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174. The Cuban Revolution

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The Bold Yet Brutal Attack on Moncada Barracks

This chapter delves into the pivotal 1953 attack on the Moncada barracks by Fidel and Raúl Castro and their fellow revolutionaries aimed at dismantling the Batista regime. It also covers the ensuing political violence and the dramatic trial of Fidel Castro, which solidified his legendary status among Cubans.

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