History Kids: JFK and the Cuban Missile Crisis

The Cuban Missile Crisis was a pivotal moment in the Cold War, marked by President Kennedy's address revealing Soviet nuclear missiles in Cuba. The US and Soviet Union, the world's leading military powers, faced off in a tense standoff that nearly led to nuclear war. Kennedy's quarantine of Cuba and diplomatic efforts with Khrushchev eventually led to the removal of missiles from Cuba and Turkey, averting disaster. The crisis highlighted the need for direct communication between superpowers, leading to the establishment of a hotline. It also spurred nuclear disarmament efforts, including treaties to limit nuclear tests and proliferation.

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