Information about the first, second and third Cuban revolutions
in 1898, 1934, and 1959. Also includes information about Cuba's
Spanish colonial history, the Bay of Pigs incident, and other
events in the history of Cuba.
1868
Independence from Spain
Cuba declared itself to be independent from Spain
on October 10, 1868.
1898
First Cuban Revolution
The first Cuban revolution was Cuba's struggle to end Spanish colonial rule
Jose Marti was a leader in that struggle and the United States also played a part.
1902
Republic of Cuba Declared
1934:
Second Cuban Revolution
The second Cuban revolution resulted in the overthrow and forced
exile of Cuban President Gerardo Machado and the United States repeal
of the Platt amendment. Some Cubans considered the Platt Amendment
to be a restriction on Cuba's right to self-determination.
1959:
Third Cuban Revolution
The third Cuban revolution began with the 1953 attack on the Moncada Barracks
and it ended with Cuban president Fulgencio Batista fleeing the country in 1959.
1961
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Bay of Pigs Incident
Articles About the History of Cuba
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Wikipedia on the History of Cuba
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Wikipedia Cuban History Timeline
See also
Cuba Travel Guide
Caribbean Travel Guide
Pan America Travel Guide
