The withdrawal of U.S. troops from Cuba was rooted in the conditions established by the Treaty of Paris, which ended the Spanish-American War in 1898. Following the war, the United States took control of Cuba under the premise of liberating it from Spanish rule. However, the occupation brought with it a complicated relationship characterized by military governance and efforts to build a stable political system in Cuba. Over the years, the U.S. established significant influence over Cuban affairs, leading to tensions and demands for self-governance by Cubans. In 1902, Cuba formally gained independence, but U.S. military presence continued until January 28, 1909, when a planned troop withdrawal was executed, leaving the Guantanamo Bay Naval Base as the exception.This base was strategically important, as it provided the U.S. with a significant naval foothold in the Caribbean, particularly in the context of the growing challenges posed by European powers and regional instability. The decision to maintain Guantanamo was indicative of ongoing American strategic interests, allowing for a military presence that could influence regional dynamics. The withdrawal of troops was not just a military maneuver but also a reflection of burgeoning Cuban nationalism and a shift in U.S. engagement in the region from military occupation to diplomatic involvement.The move to reduce troop levels emphasized a desire for promoting Cuban sovereignty while simultaneously ensuring American interests. Thus, the final troop withdrawal signified an era of fluctuating power dynamics in the Western Hemisphere, influencing the trajectory of U.S.-Cuban relations for decades.