The Declarations of Havana: A Call for Latin American Unity and Revolution

The Declarations of Havana were a series of three declarations issued by the Cuban government in 1960, 1962, and 1964. The declarations called for Latin American unity and revolution, and they had a major impact on the course of the Cold War in the Americas.

The Declarations of Havana (Revolutions)

by Fidel Castro

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The First Declaration of Havana (1960)

The First Declaration of Havana was issued on September 2, 1960, at the of the First Latin American Conference on National Sovereignty, Economic Emancipation, and Peace. The declaration condemned the United States for its intervention in Latin America and called for the creation of a new, independent Latin America.

The declaration also called for the nationalization of foreign-owned businesses and the redistribution of land to the peasantry. These measures were seen as essential for the economic development of Latin America and for the creation of a more just and equitable society.

The Second Declaration of Havana (1962)

The Second Declaration of Havana was issued on February 4, 1962, in response to the United States' economic blockade of Cuba. The declaration reaffirmed the principles of the First Declaration of Havana and called for the intensification of the struggle against imperialism in Latin America.

The declaration also called for the creation of a Latin American common market and for the establishment of a Latin American development bank. These measures were seen as essential for the economic integration of Latin America and for the creation of a more prosperous future for the region.

The Third Declaration of Havana (1964)

The Third Declaration of Havana was issued on January 3, 1964, in response to the United States' invasion of Panama. The declaration condemned the invasion as a violation of international law and called for the withdrawal of all US troops from Latin America.

The declaration also called for the creation of a Latin American defense force and for the establishment of a Latin American peace zone. These measures were seen as essential for the security and independence of Latin America.

The Impact of the Declarations of Havana

The Declarations of Havana had a major impact on the course of the Cold War in the Americas. The declarations helped to galvanize the Latin American left and to inspire a new wave of revolutionary movements throughout the region.

The declarations also helped to isolate the United States in Latin America. The United States' interventionist policies in the region were increasingly seen as illegitimate, and the declarations helped to create a new climate of opinion in which the United States was no longer seen as the natural leader of the Americas.

The Declarations of Havana remain an important source of inspiration for Latin American revolutionaries today. The declarations' call for unity, independence, and social justice continue to resonate with people throughout the region who are struggling for a better future.

The Declarations of Havana were a watershed moment in the history of Latin America. The declarations helped to shape the course of the Cold War in the region and to inspire a new wave of revolutionary movements. The declarations' call for unity, independence, and social justice continue to resonate with people throughout the region today.

The Declarations of Havana (Revolutions)

by Fidel Castro

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Language	:	English
File size	:	374 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	161 pages

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