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Events on Friday 5 March 1920 1
1920Coto WarBorder conflict between Panama and Costa RicaPanama and Costa Rica fought a brief border war over the disputed Coto region. Costa Rican forces prevailed after several weeks of fighting. United States pressure ultimately forced Panama to withdraw and accept the earlier arbitration award favoring Costa Rica.