Decolonization and the Cold War in the Caribbean

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What was the form of colonialism that was more prevalent in the Caribbean by the time the Cold War started?

informal colonialism

What was the goal of the people in the Caribbean by the 1960s?

to break free of the system of informal colonialism

What was the global conflict that caught the Caribbean nations in the middle, as they sought to gain independence?

the conflict between the two superpowers

Which Caribbean island nation was closely tied to the Cuban Revolution and the ideals of socialism and independence?

Cuba Signup and view all the answers

What movement was underway in Puerto Rico, which sought to gain independence from the United States?

The Puerto Rican Independence Movement Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the struggles led by Toussaint Louverture and Simón Bolívar in the 19th century?

The end of European formal rule, but a transition to informal rule by the United States. Signup and view all the answers

What was the main goal of the movement that emerged in the Caribbean in the 1960s?

To demand social equality and an end to informal colonialism. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the Cuban Revolution become a significant factor in the global politics of the time?

Because Cuba aligned with the Soviet Union, making it a key player in the Cold War. Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of the United States in Cuba's struggle for independence in the late 19th century?

The United States supported Cuban rebels battling for independence against Spain. Signup and view all the answers

How did the Cold War affect the movement for independence and social equality in the Caribbean?

It complicated the movement, as people in the Caribbean were caught between fighting for independence and being drawn into the global battle between the United States and the Soviet Union. Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Cuba's location in the Caribbean?

Its proximity to the United States, being just 90 miles from the Florida Keys, made it a strategic location in the region. Signup and view all the answers

What significant historical event occurred in the Caribbean in 1898, leading to the establishment of the Cuban Republic in 1902?

The Spanish-American War Signup and view all the answers

What system of governance did European countries use to control the Caribbean from afar, leading to the exploitation of enslaved Africans and the enrichment of European elites?

Colonial system Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes formal colonialism from informal colonialism in the context of the Caribbean, and how did these two forms of colonialism impact the region differently?

Formal colonialism involved direct rule, while informal colonialism involved indirect control. Formal colonialism continued in some parts of the Caribbean until the late 20th century, while informal colonialism persisted in other areas. Signup and view all the answers

What revolution in the Caribbean marked a significant shift towards socialism and independence, and what was its impact on the region's relationship with the United States?

The Cuban Revolution; it led to a deterioration in US-Cuba relations. Signup and view all the answers

What movement in Puerto Rico sought to establish the island's independence from the United States, and what were its key demands?

The Puerto Rican Independence Movement; its key demands were sovereignty and self-determination for the island. Signup and view all the answers

What process of decolonization occurred in the Caribbean, particularly in the late 20th century, and what were its key characteristics?

Decolonization involved the transition from colonial rule to independence and self-determination; its key characteristics included the emergence of new nation-states, the end of colonial exploitation, and the rise of nationalist movements. Signup and view all the answers

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