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1 avr. 1959 - Suspension of elections announced

Description:

-during Castro's visit to the USA

-intended to be a temporary measure, to consolidate revolution (stop opposition/counter-revolutionary attempts)

-maintain national security; threat of US-sponsored coup

-"real democracy is not possible for hungry people" -Castro

-has been seen as a major failure in first years of regime by enemies + supporters

Ajouté au bande de temps:

Date:

1 avr. 1959
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 66 ans