So they could pay off the debt they were in. hope this helps
The answer to your question would be property.
It was primarily the introduction of the Ford Model T that most contributed to declining automobile prices during the 1920s. This due to Ford's innovative technique.
the US was very concerned because of the fact that Cuba had nuclear missiles within range of Washington D.C. and the leader of Cuba was being heavily supported by the Russians which at this time the US were involved in a cold war with where each side was moments from launching nuclear missiles at one another.