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A distance of 90 miles (144 kilometers) separates the Republic of Cuba from the United States of America. That distance is close enough for cultural if not political influences between the two countries. Contributors typically ask about Cuba's ancient Arawak, Ceboney and Taino past; brief forays into 20th century democratic politics; cultural contributions to world music and poetry; and political plans for the future.

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How did president Eisenhower react to Castro's control of cuba?

He was furious, and severed all diplomatic and commercial ties with Cuba. He ordered an invasion of Cuba. President Kennedy completed the operation "Bay of Pigs" as his fist act as president. The invasion was a failure.

What is the currency and currency the symbol of cuba?

The major legal currency is the Cuban Convertible Peso.The symbol for it CUP.

What was the reason for Fidel Castro's arrest?

He was arrested and convicted for killing Batista's wounded soldiers at a military hospital. He was sentenced to 15 years in prison, but Batista granted him amnesty after serving less than two years.

What are some Cuban last names?

  • Martinez
  • Perez
  • Lopez
  • Garcia
  • Vasquez
  • Rodriguez
  • Sardina
  • Cabello

What are Human characteristics of Cuba?

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Was Armando Valladares really an innocent political prisoner or was he one of Batista's henchmen who tried to undermine Castro's leadership?

In Noam Chomsky's "Media Control", he states the case that the United States used untrue propaganda to create a romantic character out of Armando Valladares. In actuality, Valladares was a former henchman of the corrupt Batista administration who planted bombs in public venues.

What do Cuban people drink?

They drink the same things people around the world drink.

How did Castro kill people?

He took a metal rod and beAt them to death sometimes. He would choose the most brutal ways to kill whereas che would just shoot them to get it over with. Truly, an evil, evil man

What naval tactic did America use to secure cuba?

Since 1959 Cuba has had nothing to do with America, during the Cold War America tried to blockade Cuba by boat in order to stop Soviet boats but it wasn't succesful.

Why did they name the country of Cuba Cuba?

The etymology of the origin of Cuba is often debated. Most agree that it comes from the Taino language and it's definition being "where the fertile land is abundant". It seems no one knows for sure.

Why did Castro go to jail?

He went to prison for murder, he was pardoned by Batista.

Why is Cuba the nearest communist country to USA when Russia is closer?

Russia is no longer considered a communist country. The ruling party, United Russia, which both Vladimir Putin and Dmitri Medvedev belong to, is the dominant political party in Russia, with 70% of the seats in the Duma, the Russian parliament, as well as holding the presidency and office of prime minister. The Communist Party of the Russian Federation is considered the second largest party in Russia, have 12.67% of the seats in the Duma.

When did US lose control of Cuba?

While Cuba was a Spanish colony until 1895 when Cuba went to war with Spain for independence, it wasn't until after the Spanish-American War in 1898 that Cuba first came under U.S. of America's protection on a temporary basis along with Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines being ceded with more indefinite colonial authority when Spain asked for peace.

In 1902, Cuba declared its independence from the U.S., which had been guaranteed in the Teller Amendment, enacted 5 days prior to the start of the Spanish-American War. However, the Platt Amendment, passed by Congress in 1901 with conditions for withdrawal of troops from Cuba, allowed the U.S. certain military rights.

So while Cuba regained self rule, the other former Spanish colonies ceded in 1898 were annexed. Subsequently, radical politics, dictatorship, socialist and communist ways of thinking resulted in Cuba operating under a one party system since 1965, rather than what the U.S. hoped would be democratic sympathies.

Where can one book a jet for fun vacations to Cuba?

There are several Canadian travel websites that book all inclusive vacations to Cuba. They include West Jet, Sun Wing, itravel2000, and Air Canada Vacations.

What happened in Cuba in 2008?

In 2008 Fidel Castro resigned as the President of Cuba. This marked the formal end of his 49 year reign of power in the country.