 The Order of Playa Girón is a national order conferred by the Council of State of Cuba on Cubans or foreigners
for their leadership in the struggle against imperialism, colonialism and neo-colonialism, or who have contributed to peace and the progress of humankind.It was established in 1961 and is named after the Playa Girón (Girón beach), site of the Cuban victory in the Bay of Pigs Invasion.In 2006, he was awarded the "Order of José Martí" by the Cuban government for his work.