Today in History: December 20, US troops sent into Panama to remove Manuel Noriega from power
Briefly

On December 20, 1989, the United States launched Operation Just Cause, a military intervention aimed at overthrowing Gen. Manuel Noriega's government in Panama.
The Louisiana Purchase, a significant land acquisition that doubled the size of the United States, was completed on December 20, 1803, marking a pivotal moment in American history.
The classic holiday film 'It's a Wonderful Life' premiered on December 20, 1946, quickly becoming a beloved staple of American culture and holiday tradition.
The establishment of the United States Space Force on December 20, 2019, marked a significant expansion of the U.S. military's operational capabilities in space.
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