And the Russians Stayed: The Sovietization of Cuba : a Personal PortraitMorrow, 1989 - 384 pages This personal account of the author and members of his family spans thirty years, from January 1, 1959, up until the present day where the Soviets continue to use fortified coves to keep their missiles only 90 miles from America's shores. Photos. |
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Page 107
... Spain rather than fall into the grip of a stronger England , France , or Russia . The United States also viewed any actions to incite or sup- port the liberation of Cuba as inimical to U.S. interests . When the first Pan - American ...
... Spain rather than fall into the grip of a stronger England , France , or Russia . The United States also viewed any actions to incite or sup- port the liberation of Cuba as inimical to U.S. interests . When the first Pan - American ...
Page 108
... Spain , if we possess the power . The manifesto was leaked to the press , and American public opinion opposed the idea of seizing the island " by robbery or theft . " Spain's response was pointed and curt : “ . . . to part with Cuba ...
... Spain , if we possess the power . The manifesto was leaked to the press , and American public opinion opposed the idea of seizing the island " by robbery or theft . " Spain's response was pointed and curt : “ . . . to part with Cuba ...
Page 109
... Spain was determined to defend and retain , at all costs , her " most precious jewel of the crown . " She thus deployed her best officers and soldiers to Cuba . Not strong enough to engage the Spaniards in conventional battle , the ...
... Spain was determined to defend and retain , at all costs , her " most precious jewel of the crown . " She thus deployed her best officers and soldiers to Cuba . Not strong enough to engage the Spaniards in conventional battle , the ...
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