In the past year, the U.S. military has expanded its joint exercises, base build-out, and live-fire training across the Pacific and Caribbean. This activity directly impacts the territories of Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, and Puerto Rico. In this panel, scholars provide crucial historical context on the effects of militarization in these archipelagos. They will discuss the recent escalation of military activities and reflect on a key issue: How are these exercises, imposed under a colonial legal framework, creating unique challenges for already vulnerable communities?

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