jul 26, 1959 - 26th July Movement Castro Becomes Leader
Description:
Known as M-26-7, overthrew the regime of Fulgencio BatistaProgressively dissolved the capitalist system in Cuba by establishing a centrally planned economy, collectivising agricultural production, forming close ties with the Soviet Union, and developing a range of social services, particularly in rural areas
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Date:
jul 26, 1959
Now
~ 64 years ago
