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When was the Bay of Pigs Invasion?
April 17, 1961 - April 19, 1961
Where did the Bay of Pigs Invasion happen?
In the Bay of Pigs/Southwest of Cuba
Why did the Bay of Pigs happen?
1,500 Cubans exiled trained and financed by the CIA launched an ill-fated invasion of Cuba to overthrow Fidel Castro.
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Study Notes
Bay of Pigs Invasion Overview
- Occurred from April 17 to April 19, 1961.
- Location: Bay of Pigs, located in the southwest region of Cuba.
Reasons for the Invasion
- Aimed to overthrow Fidel Castro's government.
- Involved 1,500 Cuban exiles who were trained and financed by the CIA.
- The exiles believed U.S. military support would follow their invasion.
Key Players
- Cuban exiles (1,500 strong) versus Fidel Castro’s troops.
Events of the Invasion
- The invasion force was significantly outnumbered by Castro's military.
- The conflict lasted less than 24 hours before the exiles surrendered.
Consequences of the Invasion
- The failed invasion led to the establishment of a new government under Fidel Castro after the overthrow of Fulgencio Batista.
- Resulted in a reassessment of U.S.-Cuba relations and policies by President Kennedy’s administration.
Cuba's Reaction
- The Cuban populace accepted Fidel Castro as their leader following the invasion.
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