Cuba
Historical Events
1492 - Spanish Colonization
Cuba is discovered by Christopher Columbus, marking the beginning of Spanish colonization.
1898 - Spanish-American War
Cuba gains independence from Spain after the Spanish-American War.
1902 - Cuban Independence
Cuba officially gains independence and becomes a republic.
1933 - Coup Against Government
A coup topples the democratically elected government, leading to military influence.
1940 - New Constitution
Cuba implements a new constitution amidst political changes.
1952 - Cuban Coup d'état
Fulgencio Batista's coup establishes an autocratic government in Cuba.
1959 - Cuban Revolution
The 26th of July Movement overthrows Batista, establishing communist rule.
1962 - Cuban Missile Crisis
The Cuban Missile Crisis occurs, marking a peak in Cold War tensions.
2008 - Castro's Retirement
Fidel Castro retires after 49 years in power, Raúl Castro becomes president.
2018 - Díaz-Canel's Election
Miguel Díaz-Canel is elected president following Raúl Castro's retirement.
2021 - Raúl Castro's Retirement
Raúl Castro retires as First Secretary of the Communist Party.