The Platt Amendment, a treaty in 1903, essentially granted the U.S. the right to intervene in Cuba's affairs and establish a naval base at Guantanamo Bay. The impact of the Platt Agreement was significant, as it effectively made Cuba a protectorate of the United States and severely limited its ability to govern itself. This led to resentment and anti-American sentiment among Cubans and further strained relations between the two countries. Ultimately, the Platt Agreement was repealed in 1934, but its legacy continued to influence U.S.-Cuban relations for decades to come.
