Guantanamo’s other history
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Haitian Asylum Seekers at Guantanamo Bay
This chapter examines the historical narrative of Guantanamo Bay as a detention site for Haitian asylum seekers starting in the 1970s, emphasizing the oppressive conditions that drove them to flee their homeland. It explores the challenges faced upon arriving in the U.S., including imprisonment and the lack of legal representation amid strict asylum policies. Through personal accounts and historical context, the chapter highlights the painful legacy of U.S. immigration policies and the implications of using Guantanamo in the context of asylum-seeking.
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