Operation Mongoose

Operation Mongoose was a covert initiative by the United States in the early 1960s aimed at undermining the Cuban government led by Fidel Castro. Following the failed Bay of Pigs invasion, the U.S. sought to destabilize Cuba through various means, including propaganda, sabotage, and supporting anti-Castro groups. The operation included plans to assassinate Castro and create unrest within Cuba. It reflected Cold War tensions, as the U.S. aimed to prevent the spread of communism in Latin America. Ultimately, the operation did not achieve its objectives and highlighted the complexities of U.S.-Cuban relations.