mar 2, 1901 - The Platt amendment is passed by the United States Congress
Description:
It limited the autonomy of Cuba as a condition for American troop withdrawal. Cuba would become a U.S. protectorate on June 12. It spelled out the role of the United States in Cuban affairs until 1934, and led to U.S. withdrawal of its occupying forces on May 20, 1902.Added to timeline:
Date:
mar 2, 1901
Now
~ 125 years ago