The Cuban Missile Crisis - Fidel Castro and the Cold War

Explore the pivotal Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962 in this 27-minute video from the series "The Agency: A History of the CIA." Delve into the CIA's evolving role, Kennedy's attempts to remove Castro, and the failed Operation Mongoose. Examine how the CIA managed the crisis, Kennedy's formation of ExComm, and the dangerous misunderstandings that nearly led to nuclear war. Uncover the resolution of the crisis and its aftermath, gaining insight into this decisive moment of the Cold War. Presented by Hugh Wilford, this episode offers a comprehensive look at the closest the world has come to nuclear conflict.

The Changing Role of the CIA
Kennedy Tries to Get Rid of Castro
Operation Mongoose Fails
How Did the CIA Handle the Cuban Missile Crisis?
Kennedy Assembles ExComm
Cuban Missile Crisis and Dangerous Misunderstandings
Resolution of Cuban Missile Crisis
Cuban Missile Crisis Aftermath