Missile Sites in Cuba

Missile sites in Cuba were military installations used by the Soviet Union to store and launch nuclear missiles during the Cold War, particularly in the early 1960s. These sites were strategically built to target the United States, creating a significant threat during the Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962. The U.S. discovered these sites through reconnaissance, leading to a tense standoff and eventual agreement for the Soviets to remove the missiles. The presence of these sites highlighted the dangers of nuclear proliferation and the importance of diplomacy in resolving international conflicts.