Why did the United States blockade Cuba during the missile crisis?

A. To prevent anything from coming in or out of Cuba.
B. To invade and conquer Cuba.
C. To protect Cuba from a potential nuclear war.



Answer :

Final answer:

The US blockaded Cuba during the missile crisis to prevent ships carrying nuclear weapons, protect Cuba from nuclear war, and find a peaceful resolution.


Explanation:

The United States blockaded Cuba during the missile crisis:

  • to prevent anything from coming in or out of Cuba which included Soviet ships carrying nuclear weapons
  • to protect Cuba from a potential nuclear war by intercepting the threat posed by the missiles
  • to avoid invading and conquering Cuba and to find a peaceful solution to the crisis

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