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America flew a U-2 plane over Cuba and discovered Soviet missiles.
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America moves forces down to the southeastern portion of the U.S. incase of an attack.
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The U.S. told that the presense of the Soviet Union in Cuba is purely defensive.
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JFK left the office for a scheduled visit to Illinois and Ohio. Meanwhile his advisers debate about what to do.
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JFK returned to the United States. Once the advisers all get together they draw up a plan for naval forces and letting U.S. citizens know.
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JFK meets with an adviser and is told he cannot blow up all of the missiles for sure
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JFK met with other countries administration, and former U.S. Presidents to tell them about the missiles. He organized a commitee to plan daily while this crisis goes on.
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The United States, after seeking help, received naval help from other countries which moved into position around Cuba.
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The United States is questioned on their motives to their actions. Cuba takes the precautionary measures as an attack / threat.
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The missiles in Cuba are able to be launched. The threat to America had gone way up.
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A ship passes into the U.S. area and is checked for weapons, none are found. Cuba is advised to launch a first missile in the event of a U.S. invasion.
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U.S. sends a U-2 plane over Cuba to check for improvements in their force. The pilot is shot down and killed, rewarded with a service medal.
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The Soviets lift their artillery from Cuba in a deal that the U.S. will sign a non-invasive pact.
