Back Channel to Cuba is a comprehensive account of the secret negotiations between the United States and Cuba that took place from the 1970s to the early 2000s. Written by William M. LeoGrande and Peter Kornbluh, the book provides an in-depth analysis of the negotiations that took place behind closed doors, and how they shaped the relationship between the two countries.
Chapter 1: Introduction
The book begins with an introduction that sets the stage for the negotiations that followed. The authors provide a brief overview of the history of the US-Cuba relationship, from the Cuban Revolution in 1959 to the failed Bay of Pigs invasion in 1961, and the subsequent embargo that was imposed on Cuba by the US.
Chapter 2: The Secret Channel
The second chapter of the book focuses on the secret channel of negotiations that was established between the US and Cuba in the early 1970s. The channel was established through the efforts of a Catholic priest named Father Joseph Fitzgerald, who was able to secure the release of several US prisoners of war in Vietnam. The chapter details how Fitzgerald was able to establish contact with the Cuban government, and how he was able to use his connections to facilitate negotiations between the two countries.
Chapter 3: The First Round of Talks
The third chapter of the book details the first round of negotiations between the US and Cuba, which took place in 1975. The talks were held in a hotel in Geneva, Switzerland, and were attended by representatives from both countries. The chapter provides a detailed account of the negotiations, including the issues that were discussed, and the progress that was made.
Chapter 4: The Second Round of Talks
The fourth chapter of the book details the second round of negotiations between the US and Cuba, which took place in 1977. The talks were held in Havana, and were attended by representatives from both countries. The chapter provides a detailed account of the negotiations, including the issues that were discussed, and the progress that was made.
Chapter 5: The Third Round of Talks
The fifth chapter of the book details the third round of negotiations between the US and Cuba, which took place in 1980. The talks were held in Madrid, Spain, and were attended by representatives from both countries. The chapter provides a detailed account of the negotiations, including the issues that were discussed, and the progress that was made.
Chapter 6: The Fourth Round of Talks
The sixth chapter of the book details the fourth round of negotiations between the US and Cuba, which took place in 1981. The talks were held in Havana, and were attended by representatives from both countries. The chapter provides a detailed account of the negotiations, including the issues that were discussed, and the progress that was made.
Chapter 7: The Fifth Round of Talks
The seventh chapter of the book details the fifth round of negotiations between the US and Cuba, which took place in 1983. The talks were held in Havana, and were attended by representatives from both countries. The chapter provides a detailed account of the negotiations, including the issues that were discussed, and the progress that was made.
Chapter 8: The Sixth Round of Talks
The eighth chapter of the book details the sixth round of negotiations between the US and Cuba, which took place in 1984. The talks were held in Havana, and were attended by representatives from both countries. The chapter provides a detailed account of the negotiations, including the issues that were discussed, and the progress that was made.
Chapter 9: The Seventh Round of Talks
The ninth chapter of the book details the seventh round of negotiations between the US and Cuba, which took place in 1985. The talks were held in Havana, and were attended by representatives from both countries. The chapter provides a detailed account of the negotiations, including the issues that were discussed, and the progress that was made.
Chapter 10: The Eighth Round of Talks
The tenth chapter of the book details the eighth round of negotiations between the US and Cuba, which took place in 1986. The talks were held in Havana, and were attended by representatives from both countries. The chapter provides a detailed account of the negotiations, including the issues that were discussed, and the progress that was made.
Conclusion
Overall, Back Channel to Cuba provides a comprehensive account of the secret negotiations between the US and Cuba that took place from the 1970s to the early 2000s. The book sheds light on the issues that were discussed, and the progress that was made, and provides valuable insights into the relationship between the two countries. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of US-Cuba relations, and the role that negotiations have played in shaping that relationship.
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