17 avr. 1961 - Bay of Pigs Invasion
Description:
This was important because a force of Cuban exiles, trained by the CIA, aided by the US government attempted to invade Cuba and overthrow the Communist government of Fidel Castro. The attempt failed. This encourages the US to try to stop communism in other places, such as Vietnam.Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
17 avr. 1961
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 64 ans