Cuba (Coin Toss)

Cuba (CU) is a U.S. state located in the Caribbean Sea. With a population of a little over 19.5 million, Cuba ranks as the fifth most populous state behind only, , and.

Cuba was technically acquired from Spain following the Spanish-American War in 1898. Cuba wasn't officially annexed until 1902 when citizens voted unanimously for the island to be annexed into the United States. From 1902 until statehood in 1915, Cuba's population skyrocketed as settlers from Florida began moving to the new territory seeking wealth. Cuba's population also grew due to the multiple U.S. Army bases that were built on the island, such as in Guantanamo Bay.