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Causes for the Rise of Castro in Cuba

Causes for the Rise of Castro in Cuba

Update: 2025-04-26
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Focuses on the question: "What were the methods and conditions which led to Castro becoming ruler of Cuba in 1959?".It focuses on the following methods and conditions, as per the demands of the IBDP History Syllabus:Conditions > economic factorsConditions > social divisionConditions > impact of warConditions > weakness of political systemMethods > persuasion and propagandaMethods > coercion and force;Methods > the role of leadersMethods > Ideology

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Causes for the Rise of Castro in Cuba

Causes for the Rise of Castro in Cuba

Russel Tarr (ActiveHistory.co.uk)