Inside Operation Mongoose: The Secret War to Break Castro

Operation Mongoose: America’s covert campaign to topple Fidel Castro—declassified plans, sabotage, propaganda and even assassination plots. This short documentary unpacks the JFK-era secret war led by the CIA and Major General Edward Lansdale, its ties to Operation Northwoods, and how these actions helped escalate tensions toward the Cuban Missile Crisis.
Perfect for history buffs and students exploring Cold War covert operations, ethics of regime change and U.S.–Cuba relations. Watch archival footage, declassified memos and a clear narrative on one of the darkest chapters of Cold War intelligence.
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