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BBC

Bbc: Dissidents' Release Draws Line Under Cuba's Crackdown

For Students 9th - 10th
BBC correspondent Michael Voss discusses the implications of the release of dissidents arrested during Cuba's Black Spring in 2003 on the future of Cuba. Links to related articles are provided. (March 23, 2011)
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BBC

Bbc: Cuba Releases Dissidents Felix Navarro and Jose Ferrer

For Students 9th - 10th
This article discusses the release of Cuban dissidents Felix Navarro and Jose Ferrer who were imprisoned during Cuba's Black Spring in 2003. Links to related articles are featured. (March 23, 2011)
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Geographyiq

Geography Iq: Cuba

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive site on Cuba that gives you "Facts at a Glance" or more in-depth information about such topics as geography, people, economy, climate, or foreign relations.
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Other

Committee to Protect Journalists: Cuba's Long Black Spring

For Students 9th - 10th
This report by Carlos Lauria, Monica Campbell, and Maria Salazar discusses the imprisonment of journalists during Cuba's Black Spring in 2003 and reflects on the changes that have occurred in Cuba five years later. Links to related...
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Human Rights Watch

Human Rights Watch: Cuba

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides links to articles, news releases, and reports concerning human rights issues in Cuba.
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Central Intelligence Agency

Cia: World Factbook: Cuba

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of Cuba. The content covers the country's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. This resource...
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World InfoZone

World Info Zone: Cuba

For Students 9th - 10th
Great resource that is full of useful information about Cuba which is the largest Caribbean Island. Content includes geography, environment, architecture, religion, food, history, economy, arts, sports, and news. Be sure to look at the...
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Latimer Clarke Corporation

Atlapedia Online: Cuba

For Students 9th - 10th
A complete profile of the Republic of Cuba including highlights on its geography, climate, people, modern history, economy, communications, and military. Click on the maps to enlarge them.
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Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Cuba

For Students 9th - 10th
Features a country profile of Cuba, background details, and numerous links to comprehensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, government, and much more.
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The Guardian

Guardian: Cuba Rejects Relief Aid From Us

For Students 9th - 10th
This article examines the relationship between Cuba and the United States as Cuba refuses aid. Links to related articles are featured. (September 16, 2008)
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A&E Television

History.com: A Timeline of Us Cuba Relations

For Students 9th - 10th
The United States and Cuba share a long, complex history -- first as allies and trade partners, and later as bitter ideological enemies. This timeline shows how closely entwined America and Cuba have been over the last two centuries.
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The Guardian

Guardian: Cuba Faces Food Shortage After Hurricanes

For Students 9th - 10th
Guardian correspondent Rachel Stevenson discusses the food shortages in Cuba following Hurricanes Ike and Gustav. (September 19, 2008)
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US Department of State

U.s. Dept. Of State: Consular Information Sheet: Cuba

For Students 9th - 10th
This site has regular updated security information for traveling in Cuba from the U.S. Department of State. Provides important information for safe travel and provides links to other sites of particular interest to U.S. tourists.
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AllRefer

All Refer: Reference: Cuba: Introduction & Country Profile

For Students 9th - 10th
Presented here is reference material for learning about Cuba including a map, flag, and information concerning geography, history, government, economy, and the people.
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Michigan State University

Michigan State University: Global Edge: Cuba: Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the island country of Cuba in the Caribbean.
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Council of Foreign Relations

Council on Foreign Relations: Cuba

For Students 9th - 10th
The Council on Foreign Relations provides pertinent information on Cuba. As part of an extensive website on terrorism, this article answers questions regarding Cuba, terrorism, and implications for the United States.
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National Geographic Kids

National Geographic Kids: In the Spotlight: Cuba

For Students 6th - 8th
Click-through facts-and-photo file about Cuba's geography, nature, history, people, culture, and government.
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Hans Lohninger

Photo Globe: Cuba

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides background and general country facts and statistics about Cuba in a well organized chart form. This site is enriched by links to maps, space images, and a picture of its flag.
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Information Technology Associates

Cuba: Government: From 1996 Cia World Fact Book

For Students 9th - 10th
The ABC Country Book provides a great deal of information on the governmental structure of Cuba. It shows the administrative divisions of the country and the branches of governmental power of Cuba.
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CNN

Cnn: Fidel Castro, Cuba's Longtime Revolutionary Leader, Dies at 90

For Students 9th - 10th
Not all grieve the loss of Cuba's former leader, Fidel Castro. Castro passed away on November 25, 2016.
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John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum: Soviet Arms Buildup in Cuba

For Students 9th - 10th
An audio recording of a speech given to Americans by John F. Kennedy on October 22, 1962 where he talks about the buildup of Soviet military power in Cuba. A transcript is also provided. [17:37]
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Choices Program, Brown University

Choices: Teaching With the News: Castro's Legacy and the Future of Cuba

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Through the use of handouts and online resources, learners will explore the reaction to Fidel Castro's decision to resign as Cuba's president, examine the future of Cuba, and consider the international response to Castro's resignation...
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US Department of State

Us Department of State: Archive: Cuba Reports on Human Rights Practices

For Students 9th - 10th
A report by the US State Department about human rights abuses in Cuba during 1999.
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George Washington University

National Security Archive: Kennedy Sought Dialogue With Cuba

For Students 9th - 10th
A collection of documents revealing the secret history of possible U.S. accommodation with Castro just before Kennedy's assassination, and afterwards with President Johnson. Among documents there is also an audio tape of a discussion...

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