Raúl Eduardo Chao Livres

Raúl Eduardo Chao, a distinguished PhD graduate from Johns Hopkins University, boasts a robust academic career as a full professor and Department Chairman at the Universities of Puerto Rico and Detroit for two decades. He has authored over 30 books, primarily focusing on contemporary history, alongside numerous articles and reviews published in academic journals, showcasing his extensive expertise and contributions to the field.

The 1933 revolution in Cuba arose from the oppressive regime of General Gerardo Machado, exacerbated by economic hardships and foreign control. Led by students and intellectuals, this movement aimed for significant societal reforms, resulting in Machado's ousting and the emergence of a new political landscape marked by increased aggression and corruption. This book explores these tumultuous events through recently declassified U.S. government communications, providing insights into the interactions between Washington and Havana during this pivotal period, alongside a chronological timeline of key occurrences.