Why did the United States make Cuba a protectorate?

Answer 1

The main reason the United States put an embargo on Cuba was because of pressure from US business whose property had been nationalized by the Cuban government without payment. Another reason for the embargo was pressure from refugees and immigrants from Cuba, who favored actions taken against Castro's government.

There is a link below to an article on the embargo.

Answer 2

The Platt Amendment made Cuba a US protectorate (a country under the control and protection of Another Country). After Cuba accepted the Platt Amendment, US troops withdrew. The Amendment was eventually repealed, but the United States retained its lease on the naval base at Guantanamo Bay.

Answer 3

The United States had an interest in controlling Cuba because of its location. Since it was located just a short distance from the mainland, it was believed that they could easily attack the US if they wanted to.

Answer 4

Platt Amendment was signed at the end of the Spanish American War. During the war, the United States had a presence in Cuba to mediate between Cuba and Spain, and in the aftermath, efforts were being made to turn Cuba into a self governing colony.