The Cuban Missile Crisis Expert (1962)

The Cuban Missile Crisis is a pivotal event in history that unfolded over a tense 13-day standoff between the US and the Soviet Union in 1962. It started due to the Soviet placement of nuclear missiles in Cuba, leading to a confrontation that brought the world to the brink of nuclear war. Key figures involved included US President John F. Kennedy and Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev. The crisis was peacefully resolved through negotiations, with the Soviets agreeing to remove the missiles in exchange for the US promising not to invade Cuba. The UN played a role in verifying the removal of missiles. The crisis had a significant impact on US-Soviet relations, leading to a period of improved communication and the creation of a direct hotline between the White House and the Kremlin. Public reaction was mixed, with fear and anxiety prevalent. Post-crisis, both countries revised their nuclear policies towards greater caution and arms control measures.