Answer to Question #229384 in History for Farahkinz

Question

Using the information from the source as well as your own knowledge, write a paragraph of about 80 words, detailing the causes and consequences of Cuba's involvement in the Battle of Cuito Cuanavale between 1987 and 1988.

Answer 1

The fight of Cuito Cuanavale, and Cuba's intervention in Angola, is seen as a watershed moment in Southern African history. It resulted in the movement of a large Cuban armed force towards the Namibian border in the west. The combat in Angola's south western region resulted in the evacuation of South African, ANC, and Cuban forces, and Namibia's independence. The Battle of Cuito Cuanavale was crucial in laying groundwork for talks. It would be pointless to make Cubans look silly.