The Cuban Missile Crisis: 13 Days That Brought the World to Nuclear War

In October 1962, the world teetered on the edge of nuclear annihilation. For 13 intense days, the United States and the Soviet Union faced off in what would become the closest moment to global nuclear war in history. This cinematic documentary explores every critical decision, secret negotiation, and high-stakes gamble that defined the Cuban Missile Crisis. From Kennedy’s careful strategy to Khrushchev’s bold moves, we break down the political chess game that held the planet hostage. Using declassified documents, expert analysis, and cinematic storytelling, this video reveals how the Cold War nearly turned into a catastrophic nuclear conflict. Learn how intelligence reports, naval blockades, and tense diplomacy shaped the outcome of these historic 13 days. For deeper insights, check out these recommended resources: “One Minute to Midnight: Kennedy, Khrushchev, and Castro on the Brink” National Security Archive – Cuban Missile Crisis Documents History.com – Cuban Missile Crisis Overview Support the channel: Join our Patreon for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, detailed timelines, and early access to new videos If you enjoy cinematic history documentaries like this, consider checking out our merch for exclusive Epic History TV–style collectibles World War II WW2 history Epic History Cold War Stalin vs Truman Nuclear War #EpicHistoryTV #CubanMissileCrisis #ColdWar #NuclearWar #History #WW2 #StalinVsTruman #1962Crisis #DocumentaryHistory #EpicHistory