Cuba Gooding

Chile and Cuba: The Revolutionaries Behind It All Chile and Cuba have both endured hardships throughout their vastly different revolutions. Throughout the nineteenth century, Chile has had a tradition of electoral democracy and civilian rule. While Cuba was in alliance with the Soviet Union and the global Communist bloc. The revolutionaries Salvador Allende and Che Guevara had greatly different ideas on how to achieve socialism in their respective countries. Allende focused on a democratic…

This course examines the intellectual, cultural, and economic influence on the Caribbean Islands. This course has focused on the complex histories, experiences, values, and human struggles of the Caribbean. Throughout this course, I have learned to appreciate the unique components that have influenced the region and made the Caribbean what it is today. It is evident that the Caribbean has a unique history, from slavery, to the revolution, the rise and fall of the empire, effects of tourism, and…

For years I have listened to Spanish and Latin America music as it’s rhythms, beats, and tones place me into a state of happiness, and find myself daydreaming of foreign lands traveled stirring up good memories while, mind mapping a trip to Cuba in the near. Reviewing the syllabus as to prepare for this Spanish class, it was a relief to find the magic bullet number sixty nine seizing the desire or need to look any further. This last project coincidently, is my final class prior to graduation;…

Cuba’s independence. In his life he traveled to many places. Unfortunately, he did not live long enough to witness Cuba freed but to Cuba he is their nation hero, some people refer to him as the Apostle of the Cuban Revolution. He became the symbol of Cuba’s struggle for freedom (Liukkonen). Jose Marti played a major role in helping free Cuba from Spain. Jose Marti was born in Havana, Cuba on January twenty-eighth, 1853 (“Jose Julian Marti y Perez”). Leonor Perez Cabrera and Mariano Marti…

When you think of the beautiful land of Jamaica, what comes to mind? Initially, you may think of Montego Bay. A serene vacation spot with sandy beaches and clear crystal waters. Dancing in the resort to reggae music, having the time of your life. Enjoying the much-needed relaxation, and time off from responsibilities, forgetting the problems of the world. For most Americans, Jamaica is known for the land of relaxation, censoring out the hardship and struggle that the small island faces. The film…

In addition, instead of eradicating the regime of Fidel Castro, the embargo has oppressed the Cuban people and has disclosed a more substantial communist dominance on Cuba. As evident, the embargo has weakened Cuba's economy and has made Cuban citizens more vulnerable and increased the likelihood to follow and obey Castro, as they see the U.S as the true cause of their problems. An example displayed in the article "How The Embargo Hurts Cubans And Helps Castro" states, “Although Castro clamors…

Jamaica is an Island located in the Caribbean Sea. Of all the Greater Antilles islands, it is the third largest. The island is situated a hundred and forty-five kilometers south of Cuba and a hundred and ninety-one kilometers west of Hispaniola. Given its immense size of 10, 990 square kilometers, Jamaica is the fourth largest island country in the Caribbean. The Gross Domestic Product of Jamaica was worth 14.03 billion US dollars in the year 2016. Put on the global spectrum, Jamaica’s GDP…

describes the calendar year 1898 as being a significantly important year culturally for Cuba and its then state of music. Described by Acosta as “a symbol of a generation of intellectuals”¹, there was a musical abundance in Cuba that seemed to have attracted the world once the U.S. began to notice. Cuba quickly became an honored destination for blended genres that drew various inspirations from Europe and Africa—where Cuba would then distribute to the U.S. and further solidify their influence.…

into power. When it comes to the Cuban, Iranian and Nicaraguan revolutions the cause is very similar across the board – as with most revolutions in history. People were tired of the dictatorships, poverty and suppression. This brutal dictator for Cuba was Batista – taken out and replaced by Fidel Castro and his army or revolutionaries including Che Guerrera, who the people loved and believe to this day he was a true champion of the Cuban people “Che : Part 1 2008”. Although…

Vacationing in the Florida Keys can be wondrous to the eyes. There are beautiful white sandy beaches and turquoise colored water. The Everglades are green and lush with incredible animals. The weather in Florida can go from bright and sunny to dark and rainy within minutes. But, the Florida Keys can be both beautiful and dangerous at the same time. There are some amazing beaches in the Florida Keys. The water is a beautiful bright turquoise color that lets you see the ocean floor at all times.…