RA: Cuban Independence: Spanish-American War

Event Date:

10/28/2015

Event Time:

10:00 am - 11:30 am

Category:

FGCU Academy

Cuban Independence: Spanish-American War

Most Americans know little about early Cuban history. With diplomatic normalization more Americans will be visiting Cuba. This presentation will provide a glimpse into the origins of U.S./Cuban relations. Topics will include: Cuban War of Independence; Cuban land and sea battles during the Spanish-American War; why the U.S. fought Spain; impact of public opinion; Havana and the U.S.S. Maine; Santiago de Cuba; San Juan Hill; Rough Riders; Buffalo Soldiers; Cuban Independence; and Cuban-American treaties. Instructor: Thomas Eastwood

Wednesday, October 28^th

10:00 am � 11:30 am

$20 per person

For reservations please contact The Renaissance Academy at 239-425-3272

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