Cold War in Cuba: Essential Insights for APUSH Success
Delve into the Cold War dynamics in Cuba pre-1959 to the Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962. Explore the Bay of Pigs Invasion, US-Cuba relations, and the tense standoff that defined the era. Uncover the impact, failures, and resolutions that shaped history, including the establishment of a hotline. Stay informed and broaden your understanding of this critical period.
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www.Apushreview.com APUSH REVIEW: THE COLD WAR IN CUBA Everything You Need To Know About The Cold War In Cuba To Succeed In APUSH
Background On Cuba Pre-1959: US businesses were active in Cuba (mines, farms, hotels, etc.) January 1, 1959: Castro took control of Cuba, Batista is overthrown US relations with Castro were shaky; he becomes an ally with the Soviet Union 1961, US breaks relations with Cuba
Bay Of Pigs Invasion (1961) Prior to Eisenhower leaving office, plan was in place to overthrow Castro Cuban exiles (trained by US) would invade Cuba April, 1961 the invasion takes place US does not directly get involved The invasion is a HUGE failure Impact: Cuba and USSR worry about future invasions
Cuban Missile Crisis (1962) On October 14, US surveillance discover missiles with nuclear capabilities in Cuba Could destroy most of the US JFK quarantined Cuba Would not allow other Soviet ships in Preparing for war Soviets had 42,000 troops in Cuba could repel a US attack Eventually, the Soviet Union withdrew missiles US promised not to attack Cuba US would withdraw missiles from Turkey Impact? hot line established
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