1961 The unsuccessful Bay of Pigs invasion takes place in Cuba between April 17 and April 20.Timeline State: N.A.Timeline Country: CubaTimeline Subjects: international affairsEra: 1901-2000 Read more about 1961
1959 On January 1, Revolutionary forces led by Fidel Castro come to power in Cuba.Timeline State: N.A.Timeline Country: CubaTimeline Subjects: international affairsEra: 1901-2000 Read more about 1959
1906 On October 6, U.S Marines occupy Cuba. They will remain there until 1909.Timeline State: N.A.Timeline Country: CubaTimeline Subjects: international affairsEra: 1901-2000 Read more about 1906
1902 On May 20, Cuba gains its independence from the United States.Timeline State: N.A.Timeline Country: CubaTimeline Subjects: international affairsEra: 1901-2000 Read more about 1902
1854 The Ostend Manifesto written on October 18, proposes the U.S. seizure of Cuba. Timeline State: District of ColumbiaTimeline Country: CubaTimeline Subjects: international affairsEra: 1801-1900 Read more about 1854
