16 Aug 8/22/2023 Matecumbe Historical Trust: The Florida-Cuba Connection
This month’s free historical presentation focuses on the history of Cuba connected with Florida, with special emphasis on the Florida Keys and Key West, presented by Rafael Peñalver, president of Key West’s San Carlos Institute. He came to the United States in 1961 at age 5. He’ll follow the history of Cuba from the Spanish Exploration through the Cuban Missile Crisis and the Mariel Exodus. He’ll share his views on what the future might hold for the Island Nation and its relationship with Florid