But greed, war, and economic missteps led to its downfall. Discover the incredible history of the Spanish Empire’s rise - and collapse. Trump releases classified files on JFK assassination.

“Anyone who even thinks of abandoning this mission will be cut up into a thousand pieces…I am the wrath of God!” ...

Since its discovery by Christopher Columbus in 1493, Cuba was considered the "Pearl" of the Spanish Empire--not only for its beauty, but also its sugar plantations. However, by the middle of the ...