This attack was commanded by Commodore Crutchfield. During this event, the supply ship Houston was unhelpful due to a combination of engine failure, pre- dawn enemy fire, and coral reefs.
This attack was commanded by Commodore Crutchfield. During this event, the supply ship Houston was unhelpful due to a combination of engine failure, pre- dawn enemy fire, and coral reefs. This event led to the resignation of Richard Bissell, who later expressed regret at not pleading personally with the President for air cover. When air cover did arrive, it was ineffective because planners did not account for different time zones and because the enemy planes destroyed earlier on the ground were decoys. This mission began April 17, 1961 and harmed President Kennedy's reputation. Name this failed invasion of Cuba.
This attack was commanded by Commodore Crutchfield. During this event, the supply ship Houston was unhelpful due to a combination of engine failure, pre- dawn enemy fire, and coral reefs.
(The) {Bay of Pigs} (Invasion) (accept {La Batalla de Girón} or {Bahía de Cochinos})