Persuasion & Propaganda
In his “History will absolve me” speech, Castro pledged reforms in land, education, and ________
What is health care or What is political reform?
This 1953 attack by Castro and his followers failed militarily but became a powerful symbol of resistance.
What is the Moncada Barracks attack?
Castro’s opposition to U.S. dominance in Cuba reflected this ideological stance.
What is anti-imperialism?
Castro’s failed 1953 attack and subsequent imprisonment provided him the chance to write this important political document.
What is “History will absolve me”?
Castro’s “History will absolve me” speech became a propaganda tool after which failed event in 1953?
What is the Moncada Barracks attack?
This movement, named after the date of the Moncada attack, became the central revolutionary organization.
What is the July 26 Movement?
Castro’s appeals to Cuban pride and sovereignty are examples of this ideology.
What is nationalism?
This leader played a crucial role in capturing Santa Clara, sealing Batista’s downfall and Castro’s triumph.
Who is Che Guevara?
Founded in 1958, this rebel radio station spread revolutionary messages, boosted morale, and undermined Batista’s propaganda.
What is Radio Rebelde?
These remote mountains became the rebels’ stronghold after the Granma landing, providing cover for guerrilla warfare.
What are the Sierra Maestra mountains?
Promises to redistribute wealth and expand education reflected Castro’s commitment to this principle.
What is social justice and equality?
In the late 1940s, Castro joined this Cuban political party, which stood for nationalism and anti-corruption.
What is the Orthodox Party?
This New York Times journalist’s 1957 interview portrayed Castro as a democratic reformer and gained him sympathy abroad.
Who is Herbert Matthews?
In 1956, Castro and 81 others launched an invasion on this yacht, though most were killed or captured.
What is the Granma attack?
By the early 1960s, Castro’s policies increasingly aligned with these principles, drawn from Soviet doctrine.
What are Marxist-Leninist principles?
In 1952, Castro attempted to challenge Batista’s seizure of power by filing this legal measure.
What is the anti-Batista petition?
Fidel Castro and Che Guevara built loyalty through carefully constructed images of themselves, an example of this phenomenon.
What is a cult of personality?
This decisive 1958 battle, led by Che Guevara, secured victory for the rebels and opened the road to Havana.
What is the Battle of Santa Clara?
This 1901 amendment gave the U.S. the right to intervene in Cuban affairs and became a symbol fueling nationalist resentment.
What is the Platt Amendment?
Before launching the Granma expedition, Castro spent this period outside Cuba where he trained his forces, coordinated with supporters, and planned the revolution’s next phase.
What is his exile in Mexico?