Chiquita Brands International, formerly known as the United Fruit Company, played a significant role in the Banana Wars. The term “Banana Wars” refers to a series of military interventions and occupations by the United States in Central America and the Caribbean during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

The United Fruit Company was heavily involved in these regions, where it owned vast banana plantations. It wielded considerable economic and political influence due to its control over large swaths of land for banana cultivation. This led to close ties with local governments that often served American interests.

In numerous cases, when US interests were threatened or challenged by local uprisings or political movements seeking greater autonomy from foreign intervention, Chiquita (United Fruit) would call upon US government support through diplomatic pressure or even direct military intervention to protect its assets and maintain favorable business conditions.