The Cuban Missile Crisis By vincenzoa Oct 14, 1962 U-2 spy planes discover missiles in Cuba. Period: Oct 14, 1962 to Oct 28, 1962 The Cuban Missile Crisis Oct 16, 1962 Kennedy is informed about the missile buildup. Oct 22, 1962 Kennedy announced crisis to the public. Oct 22, 1962 US ships created a blockade around Cuba. Oct 28, 1962 A peaceful settlement was reached.