Bay of pigs (apr 17, 1961 – apr 20, 1961)
Description:
A failed attack launched by the CIA during the Kennedy administration to push Cuban leader Fidel Castro from power after overthrowing General Fulgencio Batista, who was Cuba's America's backed president. Although the invasion was not successful and were outnumbered by Castro's troops.Added to timeline:
Date:
apr 17, 1961
apr 20, 1961
~ 3 days
