Popular Cuban Support Evident at Historic Event
Despite a blazing sun, hundreds flocked to the flag raising ceremony at the U.S. embassy in Havana
Author: Iramsy Peraza Forte | internet@granma.cu
August 14, 2015 14:08:31
Photo: Jorge Luis González
Beginning early this morning, a large number of people arrived outside the U.S. Embassy in Havana, in hopes of seeing first hand the flag raising ceremony.
Men and women from a variety of countries witnessed one of the most important events in the two countries’ history, which came as a result of the decision made by Presidents Raúl Castro and Barack Obama to reestablish diplomatic relations, severed more than 54 years ago.
Nancy Gonzáles Albear, 70, said she was very happy and hoped that “this flag waving here helps consolidate relations between the countries and produce solutions to the problems.”
“We Cubans must be very happy with the reestablishment of diplomatic relations between Cuba and the U.S., since it should be beneficial for all,” she said, recalling the need to end the blockade and return the Guantánamo Naval base.
Karina Castellanos, a young Mexican-American on an academic exchange visit, commented in perfect Spanish that she was pleased to see the emergence of a new era for the two countries, adding that she was here taking a class, heard about the flag raising, and decided to come witness the moment.
The 25-year-old said that youth in the U.S. know very little about Cuba’s reality and that this was a good opportunity to learn more.
Another 25-year-old, Cuban Yonny Águila emphasized that this was a historic moment for the Cuban people, noting that after 50 years of conflict with the U.S. the first steps toward a better relationship were being taken.
The law student at the University of Havana stated that this policy change must advance on the basis of respect for Cuba’s point of view.
He recalled that during the ceremony this past July 20 in Washington to open Cuba’s embassy there, Cubans demonstrated their respect and admiration for the U.S. people.
As happened at that time, the embassy’s front patio was filled with applause, expressing the hope that better times are coming.
Author: Iramsy Peraza Forte | internet@granma.cu
August 14, 2015 14:08:31
Photo: Jorge Luis González
Beginning early this morning, a large number of people arrived outside the U.S. Embassy in Havana, in hopes of seeing first hand the flag raising ceremony.
Men and women from a variety of countries witnessed one of the most important events in the two countries’ history, which came as a result of the decision made by Presidents Raúl Castro and Barack Obama to reestablish diplomatic relations, severed more than 54 years ago.
Nancy Gonzáles Albear, 70, said she was very happy and hoped that “this flag waving here helps consolidate relations between the countries and produce solutions to the problems.”
“We Cubans must be very happy with the reestablishment of diplomatic relations between Cuba and the U.S., since it should be beneficial for all,” she said, recalling the need to end the blockade and return the Guantánamo Naval base.
Karina Castellanos, a young Mexican-American on an academic exchange visit, commented in perfect Spanish that she was pleased to see the emergence of a new era for the two countries, adding that she was here taking a class, heard about the flag raising, and decided to come witness the moment.
The 25-year-old said that youth in the U.S. know very little about Cuba’s reality and that this was a good opportunity to learn more.
Another 25-year-old, Cuban Yonny Águila emphasized that this was a historic moment for the Cuban people, noting that after 50 years of conflict with the U.S. the first steps toward a better relationship were being taken.
The law student at the University of Havana stated that this policy change must advance on the basis of respect for Cuba’s point of view.
He recalled that during the ceremony this past July 20 in Washington to open Cuba’s embassy there, Cubans demonstrated their respect and admiration for the U.S. people.
As happened at that time, the embassy’s front patio was filled with applause, expressing the hope that better times are coming.
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