The events of the Cuban Missile Crisis (Edexcel GCSE History): Flashcards
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When did the Cuban Missile Crisis occur?
When did the Cuban Missile Crisis occur?
October 1962
How far is Cuba from the US coast?
How far is Cuba from the US coast?
90 miles
How long did the Cuban Missile Crisis last?
How long did the Cuban Missile Crisis last?
Thirteen days
Why did USSR place missiles in Cuba?
Why did USSR place missiles in Cuba?
Strategic balance - US had missiles near USSR (UK & Turkey)
Leader of Cuba during the crisis
Leader of Cuba during the crisis
Fidel Castro
When was the Bay of Pigs invasion?
When was the Bay of Pigs invasion?
1961
When did USSR begin transporting missiles to Cuba?
When did USSR begin transporting missiles to Cuba?
September 1962
How were the missile sites discovered?
How were the missile sites discovered?
US spy planes/U-2 reconnaissance flights
US President during Cuban Missile Crisis
US President during Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy
Who were the 'hawks' in Kennedy's team?
Who were the 'hawks' in Kennedy's team?
Advisers favouring immediate military action
Who were the 'doves' in Kennedy's team?
Who were the 'doves' in Kennedy's team?
Advisers wanting to avoid nuclear conflict
What was the naval blockade option?
What was the naval blockade option?
Surround Cuba with ships to prevent more Soviet missiles arriving
Kennedy's chosen resolution method
Kennedy's chosen resolution method
Combination of diplomatic pressure and naval blockade