In Defiance: The Battle Against General Noriega Fought from Panamas Embassy
by Juan Bautista Sosa
Category: History

Juan Sosa's memoir is the behind-the-scenes story of the dramatic two-year struggle between Panama's dictator, General Manuel Noriega, and the country's official representative in the United States. Sosa was appointed ambassador to the United States by the constitutional president of Panama, Eric Delvalle, in October 1987. Soon thereafter Noriega consolidated control of the government, overthrew the president, and sought to place a loyal supporter in the important diplomatic post in Washington. In direct defiance of Noriega's illegitimate demand, Sosa continued to represent his country and to be recognized by the government of the United States.