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The French freighter La Coubre explodes in Havana, Cuba, killing 100.

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La Coubre explosion

1960 deadly explosion of a French cargo ship in Havana, Cuba

The French freighter La Coubre exploded in the harbour of Havana, Cuba, on 4 March 1960 while it was unloading 76 tons of grenades and munitions. Seventy-five to 100 people were killed, and many were injured. Fidel Castro alleged it was an act of sabotage on the part of the…
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Havana

Capital and largest city of Cuba

Havana is the capital and largest city of Cuba. The heart of La Habana Province, Havana is the country's main port and commercial center. It is the most populous city, the largest by area, and the second largest metropolitan area in the Caribbean region. The population in 2021…
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