Poster Print : Guantanamo Bay, Cuba - Commanders Hill
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Guantanamo Bay, Cuba - Commanders Hill
Commanders Hill Naval Station - Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. The United States assumed territorial control over Guantanamo Bay under the 1903 Cuban-American Treaty, which granted the United States a perpetual lease of the area. The Guantanamo Bay Naval Base was used to house Cuban and Haitian refugees from the 1970s onwards and following the commencement of the war in Afghanistan in October 2001, 775 detainees have been brought to Guantanamo from the conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq, 420 being released without charge. The legal status and physical condition of detainees at Guantanamo has been heavily criticised by human rights bodies worldwide
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Commanders Control Cuba Cuban Guantanamo Territorial Treaty Base
20x30 inch Poster Print
Introducing the striking Guantanamo Bay, Cuba - Commanders Hill poster print from our Media Storehouse collection. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into history with its captivating depiction of Commanders Hill Naval Station in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. The United States assumed territorial control over this iconic location under the 1903 Cuban-American Treaty. Bring the rich history and intrigue of this significant site into your home or office with this beautifully printed and framed poster, a captivating conversation starter and a testament to the enduring allure of historical landmarks. Order yours today and let this captivating piece transport you to another time and place.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: Commanders Hill, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba: A Controversial Military Outpost with a Complex History Commanders Hill, located in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, stands as a significant historical and political landmark. The hill, part of the larger Guantanamo Bay Naval Station, has been under United States territorial control since 1903, following the signing of the Cuban-American Treaty. The treaty granted the United States a perpetual lease of the area, which includes the bay and surrounding land. The hill has served various purposes over the decades. In the 1970s, it became a temporary shelter for Cuban and Haitian refugees. Following the commencement of the war in Afghanistan in October 2001, the hill gained international attention as a detention facility for individuals suspected of having ties to terrorism. The United States brought 775 detainees to Guantanamo from the conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq, with 420 of these individuals being released without charge. The legal status and physical condition of the detainees at Guantanamo Bay have been subject to intense criticism from human rights bodies worldwide. The detention center's existence and practices have sparked debates about human rights, international law, and the role of the United States in global affairs. Commanders Hill, with its rich history and complex associations, offers a glimpse into the intricacies of international relations, military history, and human rights issues. This photograph captures the hill's strategic location, with the turquoise waters of Guantanamo Bay stretching out in the background and the United States flag proudly flying atop the hill. The image serves as a reminder of the ongoing debates and controversies surrounding this controversial military outpost.
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