Fidel Castro

(1926-2016) Fidel Castro was a Cuban political leader who played a crucial role in Cuban history and world geopolitics in the 20th century. He led the successful 1959 Cuban Revolution, overthrowing the dictatorial regime of Fulgencio Batista. After assuming power, he established a socialist government in Cuba and became prime minister and later president of the country, maintaining authoritarian political control for decades. His regime implemented social reforms, such as free education and health care, but was also criticized for its lack of political freedoms and human rights violations.

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Life of Fidel Castro
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Cuba
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Political Ideologies
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Cuban Revolution
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Fidel Castro’s Government
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Political Repression
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Centralized Economy
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U.S.-Cuba International Relations
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Cuba Today
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The Speaker
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