Articles related to "Fidel Castro"
My Life by Fidel Castro
Compiled from over one hundred hours of interviews with Spanish journalist Ignacio Ramonet, My Life is the long-awaited autobiography by Fidel Castro.
fidel castro • my life fidel castro • fidel castro biography • fidel castro autobiography • ignacio ramonet
Compiled from over one hundred hours of interviews with Spanish journalist Ignacio Ramonet, My Life is the long-awaited autobiography by Fidel Castro.
fidel castro • my life fidel castro • fidel castro biography • fidel castro autobiography • ignacio ramonet
Fidel Castro and The Cuban Revolution
A brief look at the 26th of July Movement, the events that began the Cuban Revolution, and the propulsion of Fidel Castro into almost half a century rule.
fidel castro • raul castro • ernesto "che" guevara • the 26th of july movement • cuban revolution
A brief look at the 26th of July Movement, the events that began the Cuban Revolution, and the propulsion of Fidel Castro into almost half a century rule.
fidel castro • raul castro • ernesto "che" guevara • the 26th of july movement • cuban revolution
Fidel Castro and the Cold War
The Cuban revolutionary and President Fidel Castro played a significant role within the context of the Cold War between the Soviet Union and the United States.
fidel castro and the cold war • cuba's links to the soviet union • the cuban revolution • the bay of pigs • president eisenhower
The Cuban revolutionary and President Fidel Castro played a significant role within the context of the Cold War between the Soviet Union and the United States.
fidel castro and the cold war • cuba's links to the soviet union • the cuban revolution • the bay of pigs • president eisenhower
Castro, Cuba, and Capitalism
Forty-three years ago the political significance of the island of Cuba changed radically. As the world's last truly communist state, Cuba remains important to US foreign policy. US/Cuban relations during the last four decades present a textbook example of what US Presidents should and should not do regarding their diplomatic efforts towards other states.
fidel castro • castro • castro's cuba • cuban politics • communism in cuba
Forty-three years ago the political significance of the island of Cuba changed radically. As the world's last truly communist state, Cuba remains important to US foreign policy. US/Cuban relations during the last four decades present a textbook example of what US Presidents should and should not do regarding their diplomatic efforts towards other states.
fidel castro • castro • castro's cuba • cuban politics • communism in cuba
Errol Flynn's Brief Flirtation With Fidel Castro
Errol Flynn traveled to Cuba for many years to enjoy the Havana night life. He was drawn in by the Cuban Revolution and support for Fidel Castro, which he came to regret.
meeting between errol flynn and fidel castro durin • errol flynn’s lengthy history of travel to cuba fo • errol flynn found solace in cuba from personal and • errol flynn initially supported cuban dictator ful • errol flynn drawn to events of cuban revolution an
Errol Flynn traveled to Cuba for many years to enjoy the Havana night life. He was drawn in by the Cuban Revolution and support for Fidel Castro, which he came to regret.
meeting between errol flynn and fidel castro durin • errol flynn’s lengthy history of travel to cuba fo • errol flynn found solace in cuba from personal and • errol flynn initially supported cuban dictator ful • errol flynn drawn to events of cuban revolution an
Fidel Castro's Bay of Pigs Victory
Now that he has handed over the reins of power to his brother, Raul, this article looks back on Fidel Castro's defeat of the CIA-orchestrated Bay of Pigs invasion.
fidel castro america • bay pigs invasion america cuba • castro bay pigs • president kennedy bay pigs castro • cuban missile crisis
Now that he has handed over the reins of power to his brother, Raul, this article looks back on Fidel Castro's defeat of the CIA-orchestrated Bay of Pigs invasion.
fidel castro america • bay pigs invasion america cuba • castro bay pigs • president kennedy bay pigs castro • cuban missile crisis
U.S. Offers Hurricane Aid to Cuba
The United States has offered to provide several forms of humanitarian assistance to the island of Cuba in the wake of Hurricanes Gustav and Ike.
hurricane gustav • hurricane ike • fidel castro • raul castro • cuba
The United States has offered to provide several forms of humanitarian assistance to the island of Cuba in the wake of Hurricanes Gustav and Ike.
hurricane gustav • hurricane ike • fidel castro • raul castro • cuba
Before Cuba and the Bay of Pigs
Following the 1959 Cuban Revolution Fidel Castro comes into power. The United States fears that he will establish a Communist government in Cuba.
1959 cuban revolt • fidel castro • soviet leader nikita khrushchev • united states • ussr
Following the 1959 Cuban Revolution Fidel Castro comes into power. The United States fears that he will establish a Communist government in Cuba.
1959 cuban revolt • fidel castro • soviet leader nikita khrushchev • united states • ussr
Contra Rebels Possible Rebirth
With new initiatives by Nicaraguan president Daniel Ortega, many former Contra Rebels are talking of taking to the hills again.
somoza • sandinista • contras resurgent • contras take to hills • new contras
With new initiatives by Nicaraguan president Daniel Ortega, many former Contra Rebels are talking of taking to the hills again.
somoza • sandinista • contras resurgent • contras take to hills • new contras
Cuba and the Bay of Pigs
The United States plans an invasion of Cuba and gives military training to numerous anti-Castro Cubans living in exile in the United States.
the bay of pigs • cuba • fidel castro • united states • ussr
The United States plans an invasion of Cuba and gives military training to numerous anti-Castro Cubans living in exile in the United States.
the bay of pigs • cuba • fidel castro • united states • ussr
DVD Review: The Fog of War by Errol Morris
With the death July 6 of former Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara at 93, it seems appropriate to revisit the film that revealed lessons learned and lost in Vietnam.
vietnam war • robert mcnamara • errol morris • the fog of war • cuban missile crisis
With the death July 6 of former Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara at 93, it seems appropriate to revisit the film that revealed lessons learned and lost in Vietnam.
vietnam war • robert mcnamara • errol morris • the fog of war • cuban missile crisis
Looking Past Fidel
The death of Latin America's most polarizing leader will provide Washington with an opportunity to abandon policies which have fueled mutual animus for decades.
cuba • fidel castro • castro's death • u.s. cuba embargo • raul castro
The death of Latin America's most polarizing leader will provide Washington with an opportunity to abandon policies which have fueled mutual animus for decades.
cuba • fidel castro • castro's death • u.s. cuba embargo • raul castro
One Minute to Midnight by Michael Dobbs
In this detailed account of the Cuban Missile Crisis, Michael Dobbs brings new information, analysis and conclusions to a narrative that reads like a Tom Clancy novel!
cuban missile crisis • john kennedy • one minute to midnight • michael dobbs • nikita khrushchev
In this detailed account of the Cuban Missile Crisis, Michael Dobbs brings new information, analysis and conclusions to a narrative that reads like a Tom Clancy novel!
cuban missile crisis • john kennedy • one minute to midnight • michael dobbs • nikita khrushchev
The Hand Rolled Cigars of La Palma
The people of La Palma say that their cigars are as good as those rolled in Havana. It's essential to know how to smoke them properly to test their claims.
fidel castro • sir winston churchill • cigars la palma • how to smoke sigars • hand rolled cigars
The people of La Palma say that their cigars are as good as those rolled in Havana. It's essential to know how to smoke them properly to test their claims.
fidel castro • sir winston churchill • cigars la palma • how to smoke sigars • hand rolled cigars
The John F. Kennedy Presidency
An overview of the foreign and domestic policies followed by Kennedy during his short time as President of the United States.
jfk • john f. kennedy • american president • cold war • bay of pigs
An overview of the foreign and domestic policies followed by Kennedy during his short time as President of the United States.
jfk • john f. kennedy • american president • cold war • bay of pigs
Johnny Roselli, the CIA's Mobster
The CIA used gangster Johnny Roselli in their plots to kill Cuban dictator Fidel Castro
cia • mafia • roselli • cuba • castro
The CIA used gangster Johnny Roselli in their plots to kill Cuban dictator Fidel Castro
cia • mafia • roselli • cuba • castro
A Home Energy Efficiency Checklist
With electricity and gas bills skyrocketing, it's more important than ever to make energy usage adjustments to the home and its appliances. Take control of utility bills.
an energy efficiency checklist • opec oil production • fidel castro • hugo chavez of venezuela • troubleshoot and calibrate the thermostat
With electricity and gas bills skyrocketing, it's more important than ever to make energy usage adjustments to the home and its appliances. Take control of utility bills.
an energy efficiency checklist • opec oil production • fidel castro • hugo chavez of venezuela • troubleshoot and calibrate the thermostat
After Cuba and the Bay of Pigs
Following the failed invasion of Cuba, the CIA prepares a special audit of the mistakes that were made. Its content was held secret for 36 years.
cuba • united states • cia inspector general lyman kirkpatrick • fidel castro • soviet leader nikita khrushchev
Following the failed invasion of Cuba, the CIA prepares a special audit of the mistakes that were made. Its content was held secret for 36 years.
cuba • united states • cia inspector general lyman kirkpatrick • fidel castro • soviet leader nikita khrushchev
Che Guevara Before Cuba
Che Guevara made history when he led a group of revolutionary forces that helped topple the Batista regime in Cuba. But what shaped this man who would shape history?
che guevara • life of che guevara • che guevara before castro • che guevara in guatemala • che guevara in argentina
Che Guevara made history when he led a group of revolutionary forces that helped topple the Batista regime in Cuba. But what shaped this man who would shape history?
che guevara • life of che guevara • che guevara before castro • che guevara in guatemala • che guevara in argentina
Honduras Referendum Crisis – What Does it Mean?
As President Manuel Zelaya refuses to reinstate his military chief and attempts to rewrite the constitution, opponents argue that his plans are illegal.
honduras referendum • honduras coup d'etat • president zelaya • manuel zelaya • honduras president
As President Manuel Zelaya refuses to reinstate his military chief and attempts to rewrite the constitution, opponents argue that his plans are illegal.
honduras referendum • honduras coup d'etat • president zelaya • manuel zelaya • honduras president
Pope Benedict's Condom Bombshell in Africa
This article examines the uproar triggered by Pope Benedict XVI when, on his recent trip to Africa, the Holy Father insisted that condoms "aggravate" the problem of AIDS.
aids in africa • pope benedict and aids • the catholic church and aids • poverty and aids • fidel castro on aids
This article examines the uproar triggered by Pope Benedict XVI when, on his recent trip to Africa, the Holy Father insisted that condoms "aggravate" the problem of AIDS.
aids in africa • pope benedict and aids • the catholic church and aids • poverty and aids • fidel castro on aids
The Death of Marilyn Monroe
A shroud of mystery has surrounded the death of Marilyn Monroe. This article will review what's currently known, enabling the reader to judge the matter for themselves.
marilyn monroe • marilyn • monroe • peter lawford • kennedy's
A shroud of mystery has surrounded the death of Marilyn Monroe. This article will review what's currently known, enabling the reader to judge the matter for themselves.
marilyn monroe • marilyn • monroe • peter lawford • kennedy's
The near interview of Richard Z
U.K. poet, Richard Zola, talks to Billy Marshall Stoneking about his obsessions, including poetry.
richard • zola • billy • marshall • stoneking
U.K. poet, Richard Zola, talks to Billy Marshall Stoneking about his obsessions, including poetry.
richard • zola • billy • marshall • stoneking
John F. Kennedy - The Bay of Pigs
Dwight Eisenhower and the CIA planned a Cuban invasion by exiles in 1960. President John Kennedy set Brigade 2506 with air support on the path to the Bahía de Cochinos!
john f. kennedy • bay of pigs • brigade 2506 • cia cuban invasion • cuban exiles
Dwight Eisenhower and the CIA planned a Cuban invasion by exiles in 1960. President John Kennedy set Brigade 2506 with air support on the path to the Bahía de Cochinos!
john f. kennedy • bay of pigs • brigade 2506 • cia cuban invasion • cuban exiles
Pierre Elliott Trudeau
Canada's first Prime Minister born in the twentieth century, Pierre Elliott Trudeau did much for his country, guiding it through the Cold War.
pierre elliott trudeau • canadian prime ministers • october crisis • canadian liberals • flq
Canada's first Prime Minister born in the twentieth century, Pierre Elliott Trudeau did much for his country, guiding it through the Cold War.
pierre elliott trudeau • canadian prime ministers • october crisis • canadian liberals • flq
Important Dates in Latin American History
Though there are many significant historical dates in each of the 20 republics and seven island nations of Latin America, there are a few that stand out more than others
major dates in latin american history • momentous events of latin america • spain's new laws for latin america • bartolome de las casas pioneers human rights • mexico independence
Though there are many significant historical dates in each of the 20 republics and seven island nations of Latin America, there are a few that stand out more than others
major dates in latin american history • momentous events of latin america • spain's new laws for latin america • bartolome de las casas pioneers human rights • mexico independence
Ernest Hemingway Trivia
Ernest Hemingway is an American legend, but how much do you know about this important author? Test your knowledge with these Hemingway facts.
ernest hemingway • hemingway trivia • modern american authors • hemingway profile • hemingway facts
Ernest Hemingway is an American legend, but how much do you know about this important author? Test your knowledge with these Hemingway facts.
ernest hemingway • hemingway trivia • modern american authors • hemingway profile • hemingway facts
Miami's Little Havana
There's a salsa rhythm in the air as you cross over 11th St. into the heart of Miami's Little Havana.
miami florida • miami attractions • calle ocho • little havana • miami's little havana
There's a salsa rhythm in the air as you cross over 11th St. into the heart of Miami's Little Havana.
miami florida • miami attractions • calle ocho • little havana • miami's little havana
Foreign Journalism Update
An update on the perils of foreign journalism.
media issues • freedom of the press • freedom of speech • committee to protect journalists • enemies of journalists
An update on the perils of foreign journalism.
media issues • freedom of the press • freedom of speech • committee to protect journalists • enemies of journalists
George Galloway
George Galloway is a Member of Parliament in Great Britain. He is as known for his peace activism as for his politics --- in fact, the two are deeply connected.
george galloway • great britain • tony blair • labour party • respect
George Galloway is a Member of Parliament in Great Britain. He is as known for his peace activism as for his politics --- in fact, the two are deeply connected.
george galloway • great britain • tony blair • labour party • respect
Hugo Chavez: Poster Man for Castro
Hugo Chavez's actions in taking over properties, businesses, and oil companies in Venezuela show his agenda to undermine democracy, security, and freedom in this region
communism • shrewdmanipulatorhugochavez • anti-american • anti-democratic • securityriskforhemisphere
Hugo Chavez's actions in taking over properties, businesses, and oil companies in Venezuela show his agenda to undermine democracy, security, and freedom in this region
communism • shrewdmanipulatorhugochavez • anti-american • anti-democratic • securityriskforhemisphere
Steven Soderbergh's Epic Che
Steven Soderbergh's Che comes wrapped in all the packaging of an indisputable epic. What's missing is the reason for being worth telling on such a grand scale.
che film • steven soderbergh • epic film • cuban revolution • biopic
Steven Soderbergh's Che comes wrapped in all the packaging of an indisputable epic. What's missing is the reason for being worth telling on such a grand scale.
che film • steven soderbergh • epic film • cuban revolution • biopic
The Death of Che Guevara
When Bolivian soldiers executed Che Guevara 39 years ago, they initially tried to make his execution not look like an execution.
che guevara • death • execution • killing • final hours
When Bolivian soldiers executed Che Guevara 39 years ago, they initially tried to make his execution not look like an execution.
che guevara • death • execution • killing • final hours
“But, for you, Michael I Wanted Something Different”
A peek at some of the ideas that could have gone into Godfather III. Who knows you might have been able to do as well.
A peek at some of the ideas that could have gone into Godfather III. Who knows you might have been able to do as well.
A Walk Through Vedado, Havana Cuba
Vedado, the commercial center of Havana, has the best hotels, restaurants and blocks of elegant mansions. Wide streets, parks and monuments invite for a stroll.
walk through vedado • havana cuba • cuba travel • malecon • hotel nacional
Vedado, the commercial center of Havana, has the best hotels, restaurants and blocks of elegant mansions. Wide streets, parks and monuments invite for a stroll.
walk through vedado • havana cuba • cuba travel • malecon • hotel nacional
Alejo Carpentier Biography
Biography and works of Cuban writer Alejo Carpentier, famous for The Lost Steps.
alejo carpentier biography • carpentier works • musicologist carpentier • carpentier and garcia marquez • carpentier early life
Biography and works of Cuban writer Alejo Carpentier, famous for The Lost Steps.
alejo carpentier biography • carpentier works • musicologist carpentier • carpentier and garcia marquez • carpentier early life
Bias in International News
Reporting of international conflicts often seems one-sided. The benefit of the doubt seems to go to the underdogs--unless they get too violent.
slanted foreign news • media international reporting bias • israel • palestinians • middle east
Reporting of international conflicts often seems one-sided. The benefit of the doubt seems to go to the underdogs--unless they get too violent.
slanted foreign news • media international reporting bias • israel • palestinians • middle east
Che Film Review
The first ten minutes of Steven Soderbergh's two-part epic are enough to conclude that Benicio del Toro has given one of the best performances of his career.
che • che film • che film review • benicio del toro • steven soderbergh
The first ten minutes of Steven Soderbergh's two-part epic are enough to conclude that Benicio del Toro has given one of the best performances of his career.
che • che film • che film review • benicio del toro • steven soderbergh
Che Guevara Museum in Alta Gracia, Argentina
Alta Gracia was one of the towns in Argentina where Ernesto Che Guevara lived. Museo del Che Guevara gives insight into his life through pictures and accounts.
che guevara museum alta gracia • che guevara museum argentina • ernesto che guevara home córdoba • ernesto che guevara alta gracia • museo del che guevara alta gracia
Alta Gracia was one of the towns in Argentina where Ernesto Che Guevara lived. Museo del Che Guevara gives insight into his life through pictures and accounts.
che guevara museum alta gracia • che guevara museum argentina • ernesto che guevara home córdoba • ernesto che guevara alta gracia • museo del che guevara alta gracia
Company Man (review)
Hilarious and quotable, this James Bond parody has a big name cast including Sigourney Weaver, Denis Leary, and Alan Cumming. Yet, it is a virtually unknown film.
parody • cuba • sigourney weaver • john turturro • woody allen
Hilarious and quotable, this James Bond parody has a big name cast including Sigourney Weaver, Denis Leary, and Alan Cumming. Yet, it is a virtually unknown film.
parody • cuba • sigourney weaver • john turturro • woody allen
Critical Theory in The Good Shepherd
In The Good Shepherd, the characters and themes display characteristics that are compatible with many critical theory perspectives.
marxism and the good shepherd • new historicism and the good shepherd • said orientalism the good shepherd • critical theory the good shepherd film • edward wilson critical theory
In The Good Shepherd, the characters and themes display characteristics that are compatible with many critical theory perspectives.
marxism and the good shepherd • new historicism and the good shepherd • said orientalism the good shepherd • critical theory the good shepherd film • edward wilson critical theory
Cuban Trade Deficit Improves
Venezuelan oil is the leading import into Castro's island, while Netherlands, Canada & China are major buyers of Cuban exports including sugar, nickel, tobacco & fish.
cuban trade deficit improves • caribbean island • most popular exports & imports • venezuelan oil • jose luis rodriguez
Venezuelan oil is the leading import into Castro's island, while Netherlands, Canada & China are major buyers of Cuban exports including sugar, nickel, tobacco & fish.
cuban trade deficit improves • caribbean island • most popular exports & imports • venezuelan oil • jose luis rodriguez
Dominican Republic Tanks in Battle
Two dozen well-used Swedish L60 tanks served the island republic for forty years and even fought US Marines in 1965.
1965 dominican republic intervention • otto merker • l60 tank • l-60 tank • tank dominican
Two dozen well-used Swedish L60 tanks served the island republic for forty years and even fought US Marines in 1965.
1965 dominican republic intervention • otto merker • l60 tank • l-60 tank • tank dominican
E.B. White's "Trumpet of the Swan" Worth Reading
Reviews of three books, one a classic, the others about matters involving the Cubans as well as Spain.
e.b. white • spanish novelist • cuba
Reviews of three books, one a classic, the others about matters involving the Cubans as well as Spain.
e.b. white • spanish novelist • cuba
North Korea's Kim a Malignant Narcissist
According to several experts North Korean dictator Kim Jong-il has a personality disorder.
kim jong-il’s personality • malignant narcissism • personality disorder of kim jong-il • short man syndrome • napoleon complex
According to several experts North Korean dictator Kim Jong-il has a personality disorder.
kim jong-il’s personality • malignant narcissism • personality disorder of kim jong-il • short man syndrome • napoleon complex
Pierre Trudeau and Margaret
Pierre Trudeau married Margaret Sinclair in 1971. After three sons and thirteen years of marriage, the couple divorced in 1984.
pierre elliot trudeau • pierre trudeau • margaret trudeau • margeret trudeau kemper • justin trudeau
Pierre Trudeau married Margaret Sinclair in 1971. After three sons and thirteen years of marriage, the couple divorced in 1984.
pierre elliot trudeau • pierre trudeau • margaret trudeau • margeret trudeau kemper • justin trudeau
Rafael Nadal is King of Clay
With his ongoing streak of 72 straight matches won on clay, Rafael Nadal is the undisputed ruler of the soft surface. Only Roger Federer has the tools to end his reign.
rafael nada clay court streakl • roger federer strategy • french open tennis strategy • clay court tennis • tennis streaks
With his ongoing streak of 72 straight matches won on clay, Rafael Nadal is the undisputed ruler of the soft surface. Only Roger Federer has the tools to end his reign.
rafael nada clay court streakl • roger federer strategy • french open tennis strategy • clay court tennis • tennis streaks
The Cuban Navy
During the Cold War the Cuban Navy grew fat on Russian generosity but today the Navy is weak and a shadow of its former self. What future is there for the Cuban Navy?
cuban navy • what future the cuban navy • america naval blockade of cuba • russian arms exports to cuba • cuba
During the Cold War the Cuban Navy grew fat on Russian generosity but today the Navy is weak and a shadow of its former self. What future is there for the Cuban Navy?
cuban navy • what future the cuban navy • america naval blockade of cuba • russian arms exports to cuba • cuba
The Debt by Randall Robinson- A Personal Experience
Randall Robinson book review of THE DEBT, What America Owes to Blacks.
randall robinson • the debt • transafrica
Randall Robinson book review of THE DEBT, What America Owes to Blacks.
randall robinson • the debt • transafrica
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