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	To ward off potential attackers, military forts such as the [[Castillo de San Salvador de la Punta]] and the [[Castillo Morro]] were constructed.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Database: Castillo San Salvador de la Punta]]</ref><ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Database: Castillo Morro]]</ref> Despite this, attacks from pirates and privateers continued.<ref name="ACI" /> In 1634, Havana was officially designated the "Key to the New World and Rampart of the West Indies" by the Spanish Crown.<ref name="Encyclopedia" />		To ward off potential attackers, military forts such as the [[Castillo de San Salvador de la Punta]] and the [[Castillo Morro]] were constructed.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Database: Castillo San Salvador de la Punta]]</ref><ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Database: Castillo Morro]]</ref> Despite this, attacks from pirates and privateers continued.<ref name="ACI" /> In 1634, Havana was officially designated the "Key to the New World and Rampart of the West Indies" by the Spanish Crown.<ref name="Encyclopedia" />

	In 1708, the [[Templars\|Templar]] [[Laureano de Torres y Ayala]] was appointed Governor of Cuba with the help of his allies in the Spanish Court.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Initiates]]'' – [[Database: Grand Master Torres]]</ref> Establishing his own [[West Indies Rite of the Templar Order\|Order]] in the West Indies, he orchestrated Templar involvement in the Caribbean from his [[Governor's Mansion (Havana)\|mansion]] within the city. Torres would also make many lasting improvements to the city, fortifying the island's defenses and kick-starting the production of tobacco. He remained governor until 1716, following which he retired and dedicated his life to charitable functions, such as financing hospitals.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Database: Laureano Torres y Ayala]]</ref><ref name="Identity_Database" />		In 1708, the [[Templars\|Templar]] [[Laureano de Torres y Ayala]] was appointed Governor of Cuba with the help of his allies in the Spanish Court.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Initiates]]'' – [[Database: Grand Master Torres]]</ref> Establishing his own [[West Indies Rite of the Templar Order\|Order]] in the West Indies, he orchestrated Templar involvement in the Caribbean from his [[Governor's Mansion, Havana\|mansion]] within the city. Torres would also make many lasting improvements to the city, fortifying the island's defenses and kick-starting the production of tobacco. He remained governor until 1716, following which he retired and dedicated his life to charitable functions, such as financing hospitals.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Database: Laureano Torres y Ayala]]</ref><ref name="Identity_Database" />

	The [[Assassins\|Assassin Order]] also maintained a presence in Havana during this time, running an [[Assassin bureau]] headed by [[Rhona Dinsmore]].<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Bureau Under Attack]]</ref><ref name="Identity_Database" /> She faced opposition from Templar agent [[Hilary Flint]], who used local [[Pickpocketing#Pickpockets\|pickpockets]] to fund an arms race against her,<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[A Thief in the Market]]</ref><ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Arms Race]]</ref> though he was eliminated by the combined efforts of Dinsmore and [[Edward Kenway]] in 1717.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Flint's End]]</ref> Following Torres' death in 1722 and the subsequent decline of the Caribbean Templars,<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Ever a Splinter]]</ref><ref name="Identity_Database" /> she was able to expand her branch of Assassins and secure full control of the city for many years, focusing on keeping it safe from territorial squabbles.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[War Letters]]: "A Thief in the Night"</ref><ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[War Letters]]: "Cuban Salvage"</ref>		The [[Assassins\|Assassin Order]] also maintained a presence in Havana during this time, running an [[Assassin bureau]] headed by [[Rhona Dinsmore]].<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Bureau Under Attack]]</ref><ref name="Identity_Database" /> She faced opposition from Templar agent [[Hilary Flint]], who used local [[Pickpocketing#Pickpockets\|pickpockets]] to fund an arms race against her,<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[A Thief in the Market]]</ref><ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Arms Race]]</ref> though he was eliminated by the combined efforts of Dinsmore and [[Edward Kenway]] in 1717.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Flint's End]]</ref> Following Torres' death in 1722 and the subsequent decline of the Caribbean Templars,<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Ever a Splinter]]</ref><ref name="Identity_Database" /> she was able to expand her branch of Assassins and secure full control of the city for many years, focusing on keeping it safe from territorial squabbles.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[War Letters]]: "A Thief in the Night"</ref><ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[War Letters]]: "Cuban Salvage"</ref>

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	\|state = [[Cuba]]		\|state = [[Cuba]]
	\|rulers = [[Spanish Empire]] {{c\|~~16th century~~ – 1902~~}}<br>[[British Empire]] {{c\|1762 – 1763~~}}<br>{{Wiki\|Republic of Cuba}} {{c\|1902 – 1959}}<br>Cuba {{c\|1959 – present}}		\|rulers = [[Spanish Empire]] {{c\|1514 – 1902}}<br>{{Wiki\|Republic of Cuba}} {{c\|1902 – 1959}}<br>Cuba {{c\|1959 – present}}
	\|factions = [[Templars]]<br>[[Assassins]]<br>[[Piracy\|Pirates]]		\|factions = [[Templars]]<br>[[Assassins]]<br>[[Piracy\|Pirates]]
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	'''Havana''' (Spanish: ''La Habana'') is the capital and commercial center of the island country of [[Cuba]] in the [[Caribbean]].		'''Havana''' (Spanish: ''La Habana'') is the capital and commercial center of the island country of [[Cuba]], and the largest city in the [[Caribbean]].

	Founded by [[Spain\|Spaniards]] in the 16th century, Havana served as a springboard for the {{Wiki\|Spanish colonization of the Americas\|Spanish colonization}} of the [[Americas]] and became a stopping point for the treasure-laden Spanish [[Man O' War\|galleons]] on the crossing between the New World and the Old World. As a result, the city flourished both economically and culturally.		Founded by [[Spain\|Spaniards]] in the 16th century, Havana served as a springboard for the {{Wiki\|Spanish colonization of the Americas\|Spanish colonization}} of the [[Americas]] and became a stopping point for the treasure-laden Spanish [[Man O' War\|galleons]] on the crossing between the New World and the Old World. As a result, the city flourished both economically and culturally.
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	By the mid-18th century, Havana had reached a population of more than 70,000 people, exceeding the size of other New World settlements like [[New York City\|New York]] and [[Boston]].<ref name="Identity_Database" /><ref name="Encyclopedia" /> Despite Dinsmore's efforts, the city eventually became embroiled in the [[Seven Years' War]] and was captured by the [[United Kingdom\|British]] in 1762. [[Israel Putnam]], then a Colonel in with the [[British Army]], participated in their {{Wiki\|Siege of Havana\|siege}} to capture Havana, though his ship was [[Shipwreck\|wrecked]] in the attempt and he was its sole survivor.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed III]]'' – [[Conflict Looms]]</ref> During the war, Templar [[Shay Cormac]] sent two envoys to the city: one to collect a document from a Spanish commander friendly to the Templar cause,<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[The Naval Campaign]]: Sailing Down to Havana</ref> and another to pay respects to the current governor, making him feel important and more loyal to them.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[The Naval Campaign]]: Paying Respects</ref>		By the mid-18th century, Havana had reached a population of more than 70,000 people, exceeding the size of other New World settlements like [[New York City\|New York]] and [[Boston]].<ref name="Identity_Database" /><ref name="Encyclopedia" /> Despite Dinsmore's efforts, the city eventually became embroiled in the [[Seven Years' War]] and was captured by the [[United Kingdom\|British]] in 1762. [[Israel Putnam]], then a Colonel in with the [[British Army]], participated in their {{Wiki\|Siege of Havana\|siege}} to capture Havana, though his ship was [[Shipwreck\|wrecked]] in the attempt and he was its sole survivor.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed III]]'' – [[Conflict Looms]]</ref> During the war, Templar [[Shay Cormac]] sent two envoys to the city: one to collect a document from a Spanish commander friendly to the Templar cause,<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[The Naval Campaign]]: Sailing Down to Havana</ref> and another to pay respects to the current governor, making him feel important and more loyal to them.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[The Naval Campaign]]: Paying Respects</ref>

	Less than a year later, the ~~{{Wiki\|~~Treaty of Paris ~~(1763)~~\|Treaty of Paris~~}} ensured the~~ return ~~of Havana~~ to Spain~~, though Spain had to cede~~ [[Florida]] to Great Britain ~~in return~~.<ref name="Encyclopedia" /> In the late 18th century, the [[de Grandpré company]], under the administration of [[Aveline de Grandpré]], conducted business in the city, importing and exporting a variety of products.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed III: Liberation]]'' – Trade system</ref> The body of [[Christopher Columbus]] was transferred to Havana in 1795, before being sent to [[Seville]], Spain, in 1899.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: The Official Movie Novelization]]'' – Chapter 25</ref>		Less than a year later, the [[Database: Treaty of Paris\|Treaty of Paris]] secured Havana's return to Spain in exchange for Spain’s cession of [[Florida]] to Great Britain.<ref name="Encyclopedia" /> However, Britain would return Florida to Spain in 1783, following the British defeat in the [[American Revolutionary War]].

			In the late 18th century, the [[de Grandpré company]], under the administration of [[Aveline de Grandpré]], conducted business in the city, importing and exporting a variety of products.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed III: Liberation]]'' – Trade system</ref> The body of [[Christopher Columbus]] was transferred to Havana in 1795, before being sent to [[Seville]], Spain, in 1899.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: The Official Movie Novelization]]'' – Chapter 25</ref>

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	By the mid-18th century, Havana had reached a population of more than 70,000 people, exceeding the size of other New World settlements like [[New York City\|New York]] and [[Boston]].<ref name="Identity_Database" /><ref name="Encyclopedia" /> Despite Dinsmore's efforts, the city eventually became embroiled in the [[Seven Years' War]] and was captured by the [[United Kingdom\|British]] in 1762. [[Israel Putnam]], then a Colonel in with the [[British Army]], participated in their {{Wiki\|Siege of Havana\|siege}} to capture Havana, though his ship was [[Shipwreck\|wrecked]] in the attempt and he was its sole survivor.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed III]]'' – [[Conflict Looms]]</ref> During the war, Templar [[Shay Cormac]] sent two envoys to the city: one to collect a document from a Spanish commander friendly to the Templar cause,<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[The Naval Campaign]]: Sailing Down to Havana</ref> and another to pay respects to the current governor, making him feel important and more loyal to them.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[The Naval Campaign]]: Paying Respects</ref>		By the mid-18th century, Havana had reached a population of more than 70,000 people, exceeding the size of other New World settlements like [[New York City\|New York]] and [[Boston]].<ref name="Identity_Database" /><ref name="Encyclopedia" /> Despite Dinsmore's efforts, the city eventually became embroiled in the [[Seven Years' War]] and was captured by the [[United Kingdom\|British]] in 1762. [[Israel Putnam]], then a Colonel in with the [[British Army]], participated in their {{Wiki\|Siege of Havana\|siege}} to capture Havana, though his ship was [[Shipwreck\|wrecked]] in the attempt and he was its sole survivor.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed III]]'' – [[Conflict Looms]]</ref> During the war, Templar [[Shay Cormac]] sent two envoys to the city: one to collect a document from a Spanish commander friendly to the Templar cause,<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[The Naval Campaign]]: Sailing Down to Havana</ref> and another to pay respects to the current governor, making him feel important and more loyal to them.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[The Naval Campaign]]: Paying Respects</ref>

	Less than a year later, the {{Wiki\|Treaty of Paris (1763)\|Treaty of Paris}} ensured the return of Havana to Spain, though Spain had to cede [[Florida]] to Great Britain in return.<ref name="Encyclopedia" /> In the late 18th century, the [[de Grandpré company]], under the administration of [[Aveline de Grandpré]], conducted business in the city, importing and exporting a variety of products.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed III: Liberation]]'' – Trade system</ref> [[Christopher Columbus]]~~'s body~~ was transferred to Havana in 1795, before being sent to [[Seville]], Spain, in 1899.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: The Official Movie Novelization]]'' – Chapter 25</ref>		Less than a year later, the {{Wiki\|Treaty of Paris (1763)\|Treaty of Paris}} ensured the return of Havana to Spain, though Spain had to cede [[Florida]] to Great Britain in return.<ref name="Encyclopedia" /> In the late 18th century, the [[de Grandpré company]], under the administration of [[Aveline de Grandpré]], conducted business in the city, importing and exporting a variety of products.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed III: Liberation]]'' – Trade system</ref> The body of [[Christopher Columbus]] was transferred to Havana in 1795, before being sent to [[Seville]], Spain, in 1899.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: The Official Movie Novelization]]'' – Chapter 25</ref>

	===Later developments===		===Later developments===

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	[[File:AC4_Castillo_de_San_Salvador_de_la_Punta.png\|thumb\|250px\|left\|Castillo de San Salvador de la Punta]]		[[File:AC4_Castillo_de_San_Salvador_de_la_Punta.png\|thumb\|250px\|left\|Castillo de San Salvador de la Punta]]
	To ward off potential attackers, military forts such as the [[Castillo de San Salvador de la Punta]] and the [[Castillo Morro]] were constructed.<ref ~~name="AC4"~~>''Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag'' – ~~{{Cite}}~~</ref> Despite this, attacks from pirates and privateers continued.<ref name="ACI" /> In 1634, Havana was officially designated the "Key to the New World and Rampart of the West Indies" by the Spanish Crown.<ref name="Encyclopedia" />		To ward off potential attackers, military forts such as the [[Castillo de San Salvador de la Punta]] and the [[Castillo Morro]] were constructed.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Database: Castillo San Salvador de la Punta]]</ref><ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Database: Castillo Morro]]</ref> Despite this, attacks from pirates and privateers continued.<ref name="ACI" /> In 1634, Havana was officially designated the "Key to the New World and Rampart of the West Indies" by the Spanish Crown.<ref name="Encyclopedia" />

	In 1708, the [[Templars\|Templar]] [[Laureano de Torres y Ayala]] was appointed Governor of Cuba with the help of his allies in the Spanish Court. Establishing his own Order in the West Indies, he orchestrated Templar involvement in the Caribbean from his [[Governor's Mansion (Havana)\|mansion]] within the city. Torres would also make many lasting improvements to the city, fortifying the island's defenses and kick-starting the production of tobacco. He remained governor until 1716, following which he retired and dedicated his life to charitable functions, such as financing hospitals.<ref ~~name="AC4"~~ /><ref name="Identity_Database" />		In 1708, the [[Templars\|Templar]] [[Laureano de Torres y Ayala]] was appointed Governor of Cuba with the help of his allies in the Spanish Court.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Initiates]]'' – [[Database: Grand Master Torres]]</ref> Establishing his own [[West Indies Rite of the Templar Order\|Order]] in the West Indies, he orchestrated Templar involvement in the Caribbean from his [[Governor's Mansion (Havana)\|mansion]] within the city. Torres would also make many lasting improvements to the city, fortifying the island's defenses and kick-starting the production of tobacco. He remained governor until 1716, following which he retired and dedicated his life to charitable functions, such as financing hospitals.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Database: Laureano Torres y Ayala]]</ref><ref name="Identity_Database" />

	The [[Assassins\|Assassin Order]] also maintained a presence in Havana during this time, running an [[Assassin bureau]] headed by [[Rhona Dinsmore]].<ref ~~name="AC4"~~ /><ref name="Identity_Database" /> She faced opposition from Templar agent [[Hilary Flint]], who used local [[Pickpocketing#Pickpockets\|pickpockets]] to fund an arms race against her, though he was eliminated by the combined efforts of Dinsmore and [[Edward Kenway]] in 1717.<ref ~~name="AC4"~~ /> Following Torres' death in 1722 and the subsequent decline of the [[~~Caribbean Templars~~]],<ref ~~name="AC4" /~~><ref name="Identity_Database" /> she was able to expand her branch of Assassins and secure full control of the city for many years, focusing on keeping it safe from territorial squabbles.<ref ~~name=~~"~~ACRG~~">''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]''</ref>		The [[Assassins\|Assassin Order]] also maintained a presence in Havana during this time, running an [[Assassin bureau]] headed by [[Rhona Dinsmore]].<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Bureau Under Attack]]</ref><ref name="Identity_Database" /> She faced opposition from Templar agent [[Hilary Flint]], who used local [[Pickpocketing#Pickpockets\|pickpockets]] to fund an arms race against her,<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[A Thief in the Market]]</ref><ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Arms Race]]</ref> though he was eliminated by the combined efforts of Dinsmore and [[Edward Kenway]] in 1717.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Flint's End]]</ref> Following Torres' death in 1722 and the subsequent decline of the Caribbean Templars,<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Ever a Splinter]]</ref><ref name="Identity_Database" /> she was able to expand her branch of Assassins and secure full control of the city for many years, focusing on keeping it safe from territorial squabbles.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[War Letters]]: "A Thief in the Night"</ref><ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[War Letters]]: "Cuban Salvage"</ref>

	By the mid-18th century, Havana had reached a population of more than 70,000 people, exceeding the size of other New World settlements like [[New York City\|New York]] and [[Boston]].<ref name="Identity_Database" /><ref name="Encyclopedia" /> Despite Dinsmore's efforts, the city eventually became embroiled in the [[Seven Years' War]] and was captured by the [[United Kingdom\|British]] in 1762. [[Israel Putnam]], then a Colonel in with the [[British Army]], participated in their {{Wiki\|Siege of Havana\|siege}} to capture Havana, though his ship was [[Shipwreck\|wrecked]] in the attempt and he was its sole survivor.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed III]]'' – [[Conflict Looms]]</ref> During the war, Templar [[Shay Cormac]] sent two envoys to the city: one to collect a document from a Spanish commander friendly to the Templar cause,<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[The Naval Campaign]]: Sailing Down to Havana</ref> and another to pay respects to the current governor, making him feel important and more loyal to them.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[The Naval Campaign]]: Paying Respects</ref>		By the mid-18th century, Havana had reached a population of more than 70,000 people, exceeding the size of other New World settlements like [[New York City\|New York]] and [[Boston]].<ref name="Identity_Database" /><ref name="Encyclopedia" /> Despite Dinsmore's efforts, the city eventually became embroiled in the [[Seven Years' War]] and was captured by the [[United Kingdom\|British]] in 1762. [[Israel Putnam]], then a Colonel in with the [[British Army]], participated in their {{Wiki\|Siege of Havana\|siege}} to capture Havana, though his ship was [[Shipwreck\|wrecked]] in the attempt and he was its sole survivor.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed III]]'' – [[Conflict Looms]]</ref> During the war, Templar [[Shay Cormac]] sent two envoys to the city: one to collect a document from a Spanish commander friendly to the Templar cause,<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[The Naval Campaign]]: Sailing Down to Havana</ref> and another to pay respects to the current governor, making him feel important and more loyal to them.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[The Naval Campaign]]: Paying Respects</ref>

	Less than a year later, the {{Wiki\|Treaty of Paris (1763)\|Treaty of Paris}} ensured the return of Havana to Spain, though Spain had to cede [[Florida]] to Great Britain in return.<ref name="Encyclopedia" /> In the late 18th century, the [[de Grandpré company]], under the administration of [[Aveline de Grandpré]], conducted business in the city, importing and exporting a variety of products.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed III: Liberation]]'' – Trade system</ref> [[Christopher Columbus]]'s body was ~~once~~ transferred to Havana in 1795, before ~~1899 transfer~~ to [[Seville]], Spain.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: The Official Movie Novelization]]'' – Chapter 25</ref>		Less than a year later, the {{Wiki\|Treaty of Paris (1763)\|Treaty of Paris}} ensured the return of Havana to Spain, though Spain had to cede [[Florida]] to Great Britain in return.<ref name="Encyclopedia" /> In the late 18th century, the [[de Grandpré company]], under the administration of [[Aveline de Grandpré]], conducted business in the city, importing and exporting a variety of products.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed III: Liberation]]'' – Trade system</ref> [[Christopher Columbus]]'s body was transferred to Havana in 1795, before being sent to [[Seville]], Spain, in 1899.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: The Official Movie Novelization]]'' – Chapter 25</ref>

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	{{Quote\|La Havana: Treasure of the West Indies, haven to the poor, seat of the rich, replete with nooks and crannies, and ideal opportunities for a quick escape.\|An Abstergo Entertainment employee introducing Havana in Wolfpack's Discovery mode.\|Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag}}In 2013, Havana was used as a simulated location created by [[Abstergo Industries]]' [[Abstergo Entertainment\|entertainment branch]], in order to influence the general public through the console stage of their [[Animus]] technology.<ref ~~name="AC4"~~ />		{{Quote\|La Havana: Treasure of the West Indies, haven to the poor, seat of the rich, replete with nooks and crannies, and ideal opportunities for a quick escape.\|An Abstergo Entertainment employee introducing Havana in Wolfpack's Discovery mode.\|Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag}}
			In 2013, Havana was used as a simulated location created by [[Abstergo Industries]]' [[Abstergo Entertainment\|entertainment branch]], in order to influence the general public through the console stage of their [[Animus]] technology.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Multiplayer/ACIV\|Multiplayer]]</ref>

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	AC4BF Arriving in Havana - Concept Art.jpg\|Bird's eye view of Havana		AC4BF Arriving in Havana - Concept Art.jpg\|Bird's eye view of Havana
	Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag Havana Skyline by Donglu.jpg\|Havana skyline		Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag Havana Skyline by Donglu.jpg\|Havana's skyline
	AC4BF Havana Port - Concept Art.jpg\|Havana's port		AC4BF Havana Port - Concept Art.jpg\|Havana's port
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	Havana (Identity).png\|		Havana (Identity).png\|[[Database: Havana (Identity)\|Database]] image of Havana
	Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag Havana city block set by Donglu.jpg\|Various types of buildings		Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag Havana city block set by Donglu.jpg\|Various types of buildings
	Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag Havana city landmarks set by Donglu.jpg\|Various landmarks		Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag Havana city landmarks set by Donglu.jpg\|Various landmarks
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	==History==		==History==
	===Humble beginnings===		===Humble beginnings===
	In the early 1500s, several attempts were made to found a town near the Havana Bay<ref name="Database">''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Database: Havana~~]]</ref>, around 1514,<ref name="Identity_Database">''[[Assassin's Creed: Identity]]'' – [[Database: Havana (Identity)~~]]</ref> with a settlement eventually being established on the southern coast by the Spanish conquistador [[Diego Velázquez de Cuéllar]].<ref name="Database" /><ref name="Identity_Database" /> However, the city was moved north in 1519 for strategic reasons, namely the narrow passageway of the bay which provided easy shelter for [[ship]]s, with three different harbors constructed due to the island's large size.<ref name="Encyclopedia">''[[Assassin's Creed Encyclopedia]]''</ref>		In the early 1500s, several attempts were made to found a town near the Havana Bay,<ref name="Database">''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Database: Havana]]</ref> with a settlement eventually being established on the southern coast by the Spanish conquistador [[Diego Velázquez de Cuéllar]] around 1514.<ref name="Database" /><ref name="Identity_Database">''[[Assassin's Creed: Identity]]'' – [[Database: Havana (Identity)]]</ref> However, the city was moved north in 1519 for strategic reasons, namely the narrow passageway of the bay which provided easy shelter for [[ship]]s, with three different harbors constructed due to the island's large size.<ref name="Encyclopedia">''[[Assassin's Creed Encyclopedia]]''</ref>

	Sitting on a bay that opened to the Gulf Stream, Havana became a natural stopping point between [[Europe]] and the Americas. As the city grew around its trade port, Havana became a target for buccaneer and [[privateer]] attacks. In 1555, Havana was partially burnt to the ground by the [[France\|French]] corsair [[Jacques de Sores]], forcing the Spanish Crown to build [[Forts\|fortifications]].<ref name="Database" /><ref name="Encyclopedia" /><ref name="Identity_Database" />		Sitting on a bay that opened to the Gulf Stream, Havana became a natural stopping point between [[Europe]] and the Americas. As the city grew around its trade port, Havana became a target for buccaneer and [[privateer]] attacks. In 1555, Havana was partially burnt to the ground by the [[France\|French]] corsair [[Jacques de Sores]], forcing the Spanish Crown to build [[Forts\|fortifications]].<ref name="Database" /><ref name="Encyclopedia" /><ref name="Identity_Database" />

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	AC4BF Arriving in Havana - Concept Art.jpg\|Bird's eye view of Havana		AC4BF Arriving in Havana - Concept Art.jpg\|Bird's eye view of Havana
	Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag Havana Skyline by Donglu.jpg\|Havana skyline		Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag Havana Skyline by Donglu.jpg\|Havana skyline
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	AC4 Map.png\|In-game map of Havana		AC4 Map.png\|In-game map of Havana
	Lively Havana 3.png\|Edward Kenway on a viewpoint in Havana		Lively Havana 3.png\|Edward Kenway on a viewpoint in Havana

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	By the mid-18th century, Havana had reached a population of more than 70,000 people, exceeding the size of other New World settlements like [[New York City\|New York]] and [[Boston]].<ref name="Identity_Database" /><ref name="Encyclopedia" /> Despite Dinsmore's efforts, the city eventually became embroiled in the [[Seven Years' War]] and was captured by the [[United Kingdom\|British]] in 1762. [[Israel Putnam]], then a Colonel in with the [[British Army]], participated in their {{Wiki\|Siege of Havana\|siege}} to capture Havana, though his ship was [[Shipwreck\|wrecked]] in the attempt and he was its sole survivor.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed III]]'' – [[Conflict Looms]]</ref> During the war, Templar [[Shay Cormac]] sent two envoys to the city: one to collect a document from a Spanish commander friendly to the Templar cause,<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[The Naval Campaign]]: Sailing Down to Havana</ref> and another to pay respects to the current governor, making him feel important and more loyal to them.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[The Naval Campaign]]: Paying Respects</ref>		By the mid-18th century, Havana had reached a population of more than 70,000 people, exceeding the size of other New World settlements like [[New York City\|New York]] and [[Boston]].<ref name="Identity_Database" /><ref name="Encyclopedia" /> Despite Dinsmore's efforts, the city eventually became embroiled in the [[Seven Years' War]] and was captured by the [[United Kingdom\|British]] in 1762. [[Israel Putnam]], then a Colonel in with the [[British Army]], participated in their {{Wiki\|Siege of Havana\|siege}} to capture Havana, though his ship was [[Shipwreck\|wrecked]] in the attempt and he was its sole survivor.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed III]]'' – [[Conflict Looms]]</ref> During the war, Templar [[Shay Cormac]] sent two envoys to the city: one to collect a document from a Spanish commander friendly to the Templar cause,<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[The Naval Campaign]]: Sailing Down to Havana</ref> and another to pay respects to the current governor, making him feel important and more loyal to them.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[The Naval Campaign]]: Paying Respects</ref>

	Less than a year later, the {{Wiki\|Treaty of Paris (1763)\|Treaty of Paris}} ensured the return of Havana to Spain, though Spain had to cede [[Florida]] to Great Britain in return.<ref name="Encyclopedia" /> ~~The~~ [[~~Philippe Olivier~~ de Grandpré\|de Grandpré]] business ~~also sent ships to Havana to import~~ and ~~export goods~~.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed III: Liberation]]''</ref> [[Christopher Columbus]]'s body was once transferred to Havana in 1795, before 1899 transfer to [[Seville]], Spain.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: The Official Movie Novelization]]'' – Chapter 25</ref>		Less than a year later, the {{Wiki\|Treaty of Paris (1763)\|Treaty of Paris}} ensured the return of Havana to Spain, though Spain had to cede [[Florida]] to Great Britain in return.<ref name="Encyclopedia" /> In the late 18th century, the [[de Grandpré company]], under the administration of [[Aveline de Grandpré]], conducted business in the city, importing and exporting a variety of products.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed III: Liberation]]'' – Trade system</ref> [[Christopher Columbus]]'s body was once transferred to Havana in 1795, before 1899 transfer to [[Seville]], Spain.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: The Official Movie Novelization]]'' – Chapter 25</ref>

	===Later developments===		===Later developments===

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	===Key to the New World===		===Key to the New World===
	{{Quote\|Well they don't take kindly to pirates here, do they? Wonder how many stolen reales bought these men this perch?\|Edward Kenway on Havana, 1715.\|Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag}}Following a Royal Decree in 1561, all ships of the annual [[Spanish Treasure Fleet\|treasure fleet]] were required to meet up in Havana before they crossed the [[Atlantic Ocean]]. This boosted commerce and development of the city, with Havana supplying food and equipment for most of the Spanish fleet. It eventually became the richest and largest port in the Caribbean,<ref name="Encyclopedia" /> making it a prime target for [[Piracy\|pirates]], who hoped to rob the treasure fleet's ships of their riches.<ref name="Database" /> The pirates were able to infiltrate Havana, contributing to the rise of corruption.<ref name="ACI">''[[Assassin's Creed: Initiates]]'' – The Golden Age of Piracy: "The Fortified City"</ref>		{{Quote\|Well they don't take kindly to pirates here, do they? Wonder how many stolen reales bought these men this perch?\|Edward Kenway on Havana, 1715.\|Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag\|Lively Havana}}
			Following a Royal Decree in 1561, all ships of the annual [[Spanish Treasure Fleet\|treasure fleet]] were required to meet up in Havana before they crossed the [[Atlantic Ocean]]. This boosted commerce and development of the city, with Havana supplying food and equipment for most of the Spanish fleet. It eventually became the richest and largest port in the Caribbean,<ref name="Encyclopedia" /> making it a prime target for [[Piracy\|pirates]], who hoped to rob the treasure fleet's ships of their riches.<ref name="Database" /> The pirates were able to infiltrate Havana, contributing to the rise of corruption.<ref name="ACI">''[[Assassin's Creed: Initiates]]'' – The Golden Age of Piracy: "The Fortified City"</ref>

	[[File:AC4_Castillo_de_San_Salvador_de_la_Punta.png\|thumb\|250px\|left\|Castillo de San Salvador de la Punta]]		[[File:AC4_Castillo_de_San_Salvador_de_la_Punta.png\|thumb\|250px\|left\|Castillo de San Salvador de la Punta]]
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	The [[Assassins\|Assassin Order]] also maintained a presence in Havana during this time, running an [[Assassin bureau]] headed by [[Rhona Dinsmore]].<ref name="AC4" /><ref name="Identity_Database" /> She faced opposition from Templar agent [[Hilary Flint]], who used local [[Pickpocketing#Pickpockets\|pickpockets]] to fund an arms race against her, though he was eliminated by the combined efforts of Dinsmore and [[Edward Kenway]] in 1717.<ref name="AC4" /> Following Torres' death in 1722 and the subsequent decline of the [[Caribbean Templars]],<ref name="AC4" /><ref name="Identity_Database" /> she was able to expand her branch of Assassins and secure full control of the city for many years, focusing on keeping it safe from territorial squabbles.<ref name="ACRG">''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]''</ref>		The [[Assassins\|Assassin Order]] also maintained a presence in Havana during this time, running an [[Assassin bureau]] headed by [[Rhona Dinsmore]].<ref name="AC4" /><ref name="Identity_Database" /> She faced opposition from Templar agent [[Hilary Flint]], who used local [[Pickpocketing#Pickpockets\|pickpockets]] to fund an arms race against her, though he was eliminated by the combined efforts of Dinsmore and [[Edward Kenway]] in 1717.<ref name="AC4" /> Following Torres' death in 1722 and the subsequent decline of the [[Caribbean Templars]],<ref name="AC4" /><ref name="Identity_Database" /> she was able to expand her branch of Assassins and secure full control of the city for many years, focusing on keeping it safe from territorial squabbles.<ref name="ACRG">''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]''</ref>

	By the mid-18th century, Havana had reached a population of more than 70,000 people, exceeding the size of other New World settlements like [[New York City\|New York]] and [[Boston]].<ref name="Identity_Database" /><ref name="Encyclopedia" /> Despite Dinsmore's efforts, the city eventually became embroiled in the [[Seven Years' War]] and was captured by the [[United Kingdom\|British]] in 1762. [[Israel Putnam]], then a Colonel in with the [[British Army]], participated in their {{Wiki\|Siege of Havana\|siege}} to capture Havana, though his ship was [[Shipwreck\|wrecked]] in the attempt and he was its sole survivor.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed III]]'' – [[Conflict Looms]]</ref>		By the mid-18th century, Havana had reached a population of more than 70,000 people, exceeding the size of other New World settlements like [[New York City\|New York]] and [[Boston]].<ref name="Identity_Database" /><ref name="Encyclopedia" /> Despite Dinsmore's efforts, the city eventually became embroiled in the [[Seven Years' War]] and was captured by the [[United Kingdom\|British]] in 1762. [[Israel Putnam]], then a Colonel in with the [[British Army]], participated in their {{Wiki\|Siege of Havana\|siege}} to capture Havana, though his ship was [[Shipwreck\|wrecked]] in the attempt and he was its sole survivor.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed III]]'' – [[Conflict Looms]]</ref> During the war, Templar [[Shay Cormac]] sent two envoys to the city: one to collect a document from a Spanish commander friendly to the Templar cause,<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[The Naval Campaign]]: Sailing Down to Havana</ref> and another to pay respects to the current governor, making him feel important and more loyal to them.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[The Naval Campaign]]: Paying Respects</ref>

	Less than a year later, the {{Wiki\|Treaty of Paris (1763)\|Treaty of Paris}} ensured the return of Havana to Spain, though Spain had to cede [[Florida]] to Great Britain in return.<ref name="Encyclopedia" /> The [[Philippe Olivier de Grandpré\|de Grandpré]] business also sent ships to Havana to import and export goods.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed III: Liberation]]''</ref> [[Christopher Columbus]]'s body was once transferred to Havana in 1795, before 1899 transfer to [[Seville]], Spain.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: The Official Movie Novelization]]'' – Chapter 25</ref>		Less than a year later, the {{Wiki\|Treaty of Paris (1763)\|Treaty of Paris}} ensured the return of Havana to Spain, though Spain had to cede [[Florida]] to Great Britain in return.<ref name="Encyclopedia" /> The [[Philippe Olivier de Grandpré\|de Grandpré]] business also sent ships to Havana to import and export goods.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed III: Liberation]]''</ref> [[Christopher Columbus]]'s body was once transferred to Havana in 1795, before 1899 transfer to [[Seville]], Spain.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: The Official Movie Novelization]]'' – Chapter 25</ref>

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	[[File:AC4_Castillo_de_San_Salvador_de_la_Punta.png\|thumb\|250px\|left\|Castillo de San Salvador de la Punta]]		[[File:AC4_Castillo_de_San_Salvador_de_la_Punta.png\|thumb\|250px\|left\|Castillo de San Salvador de la Punta]]
	To ward off potential attackers, military forts such as the [[Castillo de San Salvador de la Punta]] and the [[Castillo Morro]] were constructed.<ref ~~name="AC4"~~>''Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag'' – ~~{{Cite}}~~</ref> Despite this, attacks from pirates and privateers continued.<ref name="ACI" /> In 1634, Havana was officially designated the "Key to the New World and Rampart of the West Indies" by the Spanish Crown.<ref name="Encyclopedia" />		To ward off potential attackers, military forts such as the [[Castillo de San Salvador de la Punta]] and the [[Castillo Morro]] were constructed.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Database: Castillo San Salvador de la Punta]]</ref><ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Database: Castillo Morro]]</ref> Despite this, attacks from pirates and privateers continued.<ref name="ACI" /> In 1634, Havana was officially designated the "Key to the New World and Rampart of the West Indies" by the Spanish Crown.<ref name="Encyclopedia" />

	In 1708, the [[Templars\|Templar]] [[Laureano de Torres y Ayala]] was appointed Governor of Cuba with the help of his allies in the Spanish Court. Establishing his own Order in the West Indies, he orchestrated Templar involvement in the Caribbean from his [[Governor's Mansion (Havana)\|mansion]] within the city. Torres would also make many lasting improvements to the city, fortifying the island's defenses and kick-starting the production of tobacco. He remained governor until 1716, following which he retired and dedicated his life to charitable functions, such as financing hospitals.<ref ~~name="AC4"~~ /><ref name="Identity_Database" />		In 1708, the [[Templars\|Templar]] [[Laureano de Torres y Ayala]] was appointed Governor of Cuba with the help of his allies in the Spanish Court.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Initiates]]'' – [[Database: Grand Master Torres]]</ref> Establishing his own [[West Indies Rite of the Templar Order\|Order]] in the West Indies, he orchestrated Templar involvement in the Caribbean from his [[Governor's Mansion (Havana)\|mansion]] within the city. Torres would also make many lasting improvements to the city, fortifying the island's defenses and kick-starting the production of tobacco. He remained governor until 1716, following which he retired and dedicated his life to charitable functions, such as financing hospitals.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Database: Laureano Torres y Ayala]]</ref><ref name="Identity_Database" />

	The [[Assassins\|Assassin Order]] also maintained a presence in Havana during this time, running an [[Assassin bureau]] headed by [[Rhona Dinsmore]].<ref ~~name="AC4"~~ /><ref name="Identity_Database" /> She faced opposition from Templar agent [[Hilary Flint]], who used local [[Pickpocketing#Pickpockets\|pickpockets]] to fund an arms race against her, though he was eliminated by the combined efforts of Dinsmore and [[Edward Kenway]] in 1717.<ref ~~name="AC4"~~ /> Following Torres' death in 1722 and the subsequent decline of the [[~~Caribbean Templars~~]],<ref ~~name="AC4" /~~><ref name="Identity_Database" /> she was able to expand her branch of Assassins and secure full control of the city for many years, focusing on keeping it safe from territorial squabbles.<ref ~~name=~~"~~ACRG~~">''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]''</ref>		The [[Assassins\|Assassin Order]] also maintained a presence in Havana during this time, running an [[Assassin bureau]] headed by [[Rhona Dinsmore]].<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Bureau Under Attack]]</ref><ref name="Identity_Database" /> She faced opposition from Templar agent [[Hilary Flint]], who used local [[Pickpocketing#Pickpockets\|pickpockets]] to fund an arms race against her,<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[A Thief in the Market]]</ref><ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Arms Race]]</ref> though he was eliminated by the combined efforts of Dinsmore and [[Edward Kenway]] in 1717.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Flint's End]]</ref> Following Torres' death in 1722 and the subsequent decline of the Caribbean Templars,<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Ever a Splinter]]</ref><ref name="Identity_Database" /> she was able to expand her branch of Assassins and secure full control of the city for many years, focusing on keeping it safe from territorial squabbles.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[War Letters]]: "A Thief in the Night"</ref><ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[War Letters]]: "Cuban Salvage"</ref>

	By the mid-18th century, Havana had reached a population of more than 70,000 people, exceeding the size of other New World settlements like [[New York City\|New York]] and [[Boston]].<ref name="Identity_Database" /><ref name="Encyclopedia" /> Despite Dinsmore's efforts, the city eventually became embroiled in the [[Seven Years' War]] and was captured by the [[United Kingdom\|British]] in 1762. [[Israel Putnam]], then a Colonel in with the [[British Army]], participated in their {{Wiki\|Siege of Havana\|siege}} to capture Havana, though his ship was [[Shipwreck\|wrecked]] in the attempt and he was its sole survivor.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed III]]'' – [[Conflict Looms]]</ref> During the war, Templar [[Shay Cormac]] sent two envoys to the city: one to collect a document from a Spanish commander friendly to the Templar cause,<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[The Naval Campaign]]: Sailing Down to Havana</ref> and another to pay respects to the current governor, making him feel important and more loyal to them.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[The Naval Campaign]]: Paying Respects</ref>		By the mid-18th century, Havana had reached a population of more than 70,000 people, exceeding the size of other New World settlements like [[New York City\|New York]] and [[Boston]].<ref name="Identity_Database" /><ref name="Encyclopedia" /> Despite Dinsmore's efforts, the city eventually became embroiled in the [[Seven Years' War]] and was captured by the [[United Kingdom\|British]] in 1762. [[Israel Putnam]], then a Colonel in with the [[British Army]], participated in their {{Wiki\|Siege of Havana\|siege}} to capture Havana, though his ship was [[Shipwreck\|wrecked]] in the attempt and he was its sole survivor.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed III]]'' – [[Conflict Looms]]</ref> During the war, Templar [[Shay Cormac]] sent two envoys to the city: one to collect a document from a Spanish commander friendly to the Templar cause,<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[The Naval Campaign]]: Sailing Down to Havana</ref> and another to pay respects to the current governor, making him feel important and more loyal to them.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[The Naval Campaign]]: Paying Respects</ref>

	Less than a year later, the {{Wiki\|Treaty of Paris (1763)\|Treaty of Paris}} ensured the return of Havana to Spain, though Spain had to cede [[Florida]] to Great Britain in return.<ref name="Encyclopedia" /> In the late 18th century, the [[de Grandpré company]], under the administration of [[Aveline de Grandpré]], conducted business in the city, importing and exporting a variety of products.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed III: Liberation]]'' – Trade system</ref> [[Christopher Columbus]]'s body was ~~once~~ transferred to Havana in 1795, before ~~1899 transfer~~ to [[Seville]], Spain.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: The Official Movie Novelization]]'' – Chapter 25</ref>		Less than a year later, the {{Wiki\|Treaty of Paris (1763)\|Treaty of Paris}} ensured the return of Havana to Spain, though Spain had to cede [[Florida]] to Great Britain in return.<ref name="Encyclopedia" /> In the late 18th century, the [[de Grandpré company]], under the administration of [[Aveline de Grandpré]], conducted business in the city, importing and exporting a variety of products.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed III: Liberation]]'' – Trade system</ref> [[Christopher Columbus]]'s body was transferred to Havana in 1795, before being sent to [[Seville]], Spain, in 1899.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: The Official Movie Novelization]]'' – Chapter 25</ref>

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	===Modern times===		===Modern times===
	{{Quote\|La Havana: Treasure of the West Indies, haven to the poor, seat of the rich, replete with nooks and crannies, and ideal opportunities for a quick escape.\|An Abstergo Entertainment employee introducing Havana in Wolfpack's Discovery mode.\|Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag}}In 2013, Havana was used as a simulated location created by [[Abstergo Industries]]' [[Abstergo Entertainment\|entertainment branch]], in order to influence the general public through the console stage of their [[Animus]] technology.<ref ~~name="AC4"~~ />		{{Quote\|La Havana: Treasure of the West Indies, haven to the poor, seat of the rich, replete with nooks and crannies, and ideal opportunities for a quick escape.\|An Abstergo Entertainment employee introducing Havana in Wolfpack's Discovery mode.\|Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag}}
			In 2013, Havana was used as a simulated location created by [[Abstergo Industries]]' [[Abstergo Entertainment\|entertainment branch]], in order to influence the general public through the console stage of their [[Animus]] technology.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Multiplayer/ACIV\|Multiplayer]]</ref>

	==Trivia==		==Trivia==
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	AC4BF Arriving in Havana - Concept Art.jpg\|Bird's eye view of Havana		AC4BF Arriving in Havana - Concept Art.jpg\|Bird's eye view of Havana
	Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag Havana Skyline by Donglu.jpg\|Havana skyline		Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag Havana Skyline by Donglu.jpg\|Havana's skyline
	AC4BF Havana Port - Concept Art.jpg\|Havana's port		AC4BF Havana Port - Concept Art.jpg\|Havana's port
	ACIFortifiedCity.jpg\|Fortifications in Havana		ACIFortifiedCity.jpg\|Fortifications in Havana
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	Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag Havana alley by Donglu.jpg\|An alleyway in Havana		Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag Havana alley by Donglu.jpg\|An alleyway in Havana
	Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag Havana City by Donglu.jpg\|An alcove in Havana		Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag Havana City by Donglu.jpg\|An alcove in Havana
	Havana (Identity).png\|		Havana (Identity).png\|[[Database: Havana (Identity)\|Database]] image of Havana
	Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag Havana city block set by Donglu.jpg\|Various types of buildings		Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag Havana city block set by Donglu.jpg\|Various types of buildings
	Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag Havana city landmarks set by Donglu.jpg\|Various landmarks		Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag Havana city landmarks set by Donglu.jpg\|Various landmarks
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	==References==		==References==
	{{Reflist}}		{{Scroll box\|content={{Reflist}}}}
	{{ACIV}}		{{ACIV}}
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	{{Quote\|Well they don't take kindly to pirates here, do they? Wonder how many stolen reales bought these men this perch?\|Edward Kenway on Havana, 1715.\|Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag}}Following a Royal Decree in 1561, all ships of the annual [[Spanish Treasure Fleet\|treasure fleet]] were required to meet up in Havana before they crossed the [[Atlantic Ocean]]. This boosted commerce and development of the city, with Havana supplying food and equipment for most of the Spanish fleet. It eventually became the richest and largest port in the Caribbean,<ref name="Encyclopedia" /> making it a prime target for [[Piracy\|pirates]], who hoped to rob the treasure fleet's ships of their riches.<ref name="Database" /> The pirates were able to infiltrate Havana, contributing to the rise of corruption.<ref name="ACI">''[[Assassin's Creed: Initiates]]'' – The Golden Age of Piracy: "The Fortified City"</ref>		{{Quote\|Well they don't take kindly to pirates here, do they? Wonder how many stolen reales bought these men this perch?\|Edward Kenway on Havana, 1715.\|Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag\|Lively Havana}}
			Following a Royal Decree in 1561, all ships of the annual [[Spanish Treasure Fleet\|treasure fleet]] were required to meet up in Havana before they crossed the [[Atlantic Ocean]]. This boosted commerce and development of the city, with Havana supplying food and equipment for most of the Spanish fleet. It eventually became the richest and largest port in the Caribbean,<ref name="Encyclopedia" /> making it a prime target for [[Piracy\|pirates]], who hoped to rob the treasure fleet's ships of their riches.<ref name="Database" /> The pirates were able to infiltrate Havana, contributing to the rise of corruption.<ref name="ACI">''[[Assassin's Creed: Initiates]]'' – The Golden Age of Piracy: "The Fortified City"</ref>

	[[File:AC4_Castillo_de_San_Salvador_de_la_Punta.png\|thumb\|250px\|left\|Castillo de San Salvador de la Punta]]		[[File:AC4_Castillo_de_San_Salvador_de_la_Punta.png\|thumb\|250px\|left\|Castillo de San Salvador de la Punta]]
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	The [[Assassins\|Assassin Order]] also maintained a presence in Havana during this time, running an [[Assassin bureau]] headed by [[Rhona Dinsmore]].<ref name="AC4" /><ref name="Identity_Database" /> She faced opposition from Templar agent [[Hilary Flint]], who used local [[Pickpocketing#Pickpockets\|pickpockets]] to fund an arms race against her, though he was eliminated by the combined efforts of Dinsmore and [[Edward Kenway]] in 1717.<ref name="AC4" /> Following Torres' death in 1722 and the subsequent decline of the [[Caribbean Templars]],<ref name="AC4" /><ref name="Identity_Database" /> she was able to expand her branch of Assassins and secure full control of the city for many years, focusing on keeping it safe from territorial squabbles.<ref name="ACRG">''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]''</ref>		The [[Assassins\|Assassin Order]] also maintained a presence in Havana during this time, running an [[Assassin bureau]] headed by [[Rhona Dinsmore]].<ref name="AC4" /><ref name="Identity_Database" /> She faced opposition from Templar agent [[Hilary Flint]], who used local [[Pickpocketing#Pickpockets\|pickpockets]] to fund an arms race against her, though he was eliminated by the combined efforts of Dinsmore and [[Edward Kenway]] in 1717.<ref name="AC4" /> Following Torres' death in 1722 and the subsequent decline of the [[Caribbean Templars]],<ref name="AC4" /><ref name="Identity_Database" /> she was able to expand her branch of Assassins and secure full control of the city for many years, focusing on keeping it safe from territorial squabbles.<ref name="ACRG">''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]''</ref>

	By the mid-18th century, Havana had reached a population of more than 70,000 people, exceeding the size of other New World settlements like [[New York City\|New York]] and [[Boston]].<ref name="Identity_Database" /><ref name="Encyclopedia" /> Despite Dinsmore's efforts, the city eventually became embroiled in the [[Seven Years' War]] and was captured by the [[United Kingdom\|British]] in 1762. [[Israel Putnam]], then a Colonel in with the [[British Army]], participated in their {{Wiki\|Siege of Havana\|siege}} to capture Havana, though his ship was [[Shipwreck\|wrecked]] in the attempt and he was its sole survivor.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed III]]'' – [[Conflict Looms]]</ref>		By the mid-18th century, Havana had reached a population of more than 70,000 people, exceeding the size of other New World settlements like [[New York City\|New York]] and [[Boston]].<ref name="Identity_Database" /><ref name="Encyclopedia" /> Despite Dinsmore's efforts, the city eventually became embroiled in the [[Seven Years' War]] and was captured by the [[United Kingdom\|British]] in 1762. [[Israel Putnam]], then a Colonel in with the [[British Army]], participated in their {{Wiki\|Siege of Havana\|siege}} to capture Havana, though his ship was [[Shipwreck\|wrecked]] in the attempt and he was its sole survivor.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed III]]'' – [[Conflict Looms]]</ref> During the war, Templar [[Shay Cormac]] sent two envoys to the city: one to collect a document from a Spanish commander friendly to the Templar cause,<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[The Naval Campaign]]: Sailing Down to Havana</ref> and another to pay respects to the current governor, making him feel important and more loyal to them.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[The Naval Campaign]]: Paying Respects</ref>

	Less than a year later, the {{Wiki\|Treaty of Paris (1763)\|Treaty of Paris}} ensured the return of Havana to Spain, though Spain had to cede [[Florida]] to Great Britain in return.<ref name="Encyclopedia" /> The [[Philippe Olivier de Grandpré\|de Grandpré]] business also sent ships to Havana to import and export goods.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed III: Liberation]]''</ref> [[Christopher Columbus]]'s body was once transferred to Havana in 1795, before 1899 transfer to [[Seville]], Spain.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: The Official Movie Novelization]]'' – Chapter 25</ref>		Less than a year later, the {{Wiki\|Treaty of Paris (1763)\|Treaty of Paris}} ensured the return of Havana to Spain, though Spain had to cede [[Florida]] to Great Britain in return.<ref name="Encyclopedia" /> The [[Philippe Olivier de Grandpré\|de Grandpré]] business also sent ships to Havana to import and export goods.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed III: Liberation]]''</ref> [[Christopher Columbus]]'s body was once transferred to Havana in 1795, before 1899 transfer to [[Seville]], Spain.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: The Official Movie Novelization]]'' – Chapter 25</ref>