Mount Holyoke College
International Relations: Cia Internal Memorandum About Strike on Cuba
The memo dated January 4, 1961, outlines the Bay of Pigs planned invasion, in great detail.
AllRefer
All Refer: Reference: Cuba: Introduction & Country Profile
Presented here is reference material for learning about Cuba including a map, flag, and information concerning geography, history, government, economy, and the people.
Other
Rock Around the Blockade: History of Cuba: The Cuban Revolution
Provides general information about the Cuban Revolution. Includes information about the rebels landing on the coast of Cuba, guerrilla warfare and the Sierra Maestra, and the triumph of the revolution. (Published May 7, 2011)
Curated OER
Robert Mugabe & Fidel Castro
This site from BBC News provides an article which discusses the rule and leadership of Robert Mugabe, the Marxist leader of Zimbabwe. Author comments on the methods used by Mugabe and his party to stay in power. 2/2004
Curated OER
Fidel Castro (Left) Meets Hugo Chavez in Caracas, October 2000
Biography of the current president of Venezuela. Good informative is given, along with several pictures of Hugo Chavez. The information is factual, but not too in-depth, actually it is fairly easy to understand.
Curated OER
Fidel Castro
Discover details about Cuban history, economy, government, and news media from the BBC. Links to an audio of the national anthem and a timelime of historical events.
Ducksters
Ducksters: The Cold War for Kids: Bay of Pigs
Kids learn about the history of the Bay of Pigs in Cuba during the Cold War. A CIA led attempt to take over Fidel Castro's government.
ibiblio
Ibiblio: Cuban Missile Crisis
Ibiblio.org provides a brief background of the crisis and links to letters (originals and translations) exchanged between JFK and Khrushchev.
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum
Jfk Presidential Library and Museum: Jfk in History: The Bay of Pigs
The John F. Kennedy Library and museum provides a detailed description of how the Bay of Pigs Invasion came about, what happened and the aftermath of the event. The information is thorough and includes pictures of John F. Kennedy...
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: Theodore Taylor
What do you know about the life and work of Theodore Taylor? Use this online resource to discover information about this famous author.
BBC
Bbc: News: Timeline: Cuba
The BBC provides a timeline of key events in Cuban history starting in 1492 when Christopher Columbus claimed Cuba for Spain until the present. Video and audio news included.
Other
History of Cuba: Over 500 Years of Cuban History
A comprehensive reference tool for everything you'd want to know about Cuban history. Search by timetable or subject in the content area. Great photo galleries.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Cuba
Provides an overview of the culture of Cuba. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc. (Note:...
Oswego City School District
Regents Exam Prep Center: Communism
This site explains the history of communism throughout the world. Looks at the principles of Marxism and communism, Karl Marx, and major communist political victories around the world.
Library of Congress
Loc: Poetry 180: Soccer Moms
This poem reminisces on everyday life among Cuban women in the midst of the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis.
Mount Holyoke College
International Relations: Memorandum of Discussion: January 28, 1961
The text of a conversation between President Kennedy and his advisors concerning the "prospects for success" of an American plan to send American-trained Cuban exiles to invade Cuba.
Siteseen
Siteseen: American Historama: Bay of Pigs Invasion
Provides detailed facts and information about how the CIA-backed Cuban exiles launched a botched invasion at the Bay of Pigs in Cuba.