The Bay of Pigs Invasion
I can analyse the causes, events and consequences of the Bay of Pigs Invasion.
The Bay of Pigs Invasion
I can analyse the causes, events and consequences of the Bay of Pigs Invasion.
These resources will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- The USA opposed the Castro government in Cuba.
- The Bay of Pigs Invasion attempted to overthrow Castro.
- The Bay of Pigs Invasion was a failure.
- The USA's reputation was damaged by the invasion.
- Cuba and the Soviet Union deepened their relations after the invasion.
Keywords
Provenance - the background of a source including who, why, and when it was written
Satellite - a country controlled by or depending on a more powerful country
CIA - stands for Central Intelligence Agency; a US intelligence agency used for spying and organising secret operations in other countries
Exile - someone who has been forced to leave their home and live somewhere else, often for political reasons
Common misconception
The Bay of Pigs Invasion directly involved US combat forces.
JFK refused to involve US ground troops or air support in the invasion whcih relied upon a small group of Cuban exiles.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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