Castroism Flashcards
Castroism or Fidelismo is the idea that the Cuban revolution is largely based on the teachings and principles of Fidel Castro.
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The Commitees for the defense of the Revolution (____) was set up in _______ primarily for ________. They were used to build _____, intimidate _________ and defend cuba against _________.
CDR September 1960 civil defense support internal opponents external enemies
Between _____ and ____, at least _____ emigrants who supported ______ left Cuba. The next wave were disillusioned __________ and the ____________ who opposed Castro’s move towards _______ after 1961. In the period of 1961-1962 alone, at least ______ left.
1959 1961 40,000 Batista middle class liberals professional elites communism 150,000
“The loss of professional and technical skills exported _______ of opposition or ________ which helped castro to established _________ and control”
Who said this?
potential leaders
counter revolution
political centralisation
Leslie Bethell
Castro had great ______ and the ability to speak well to crowds, even for 12 hours at a time. He was broadcasted on the _______.
charisma
Radio Rebelde
Castros style was much ______ and warmer than any other rulers of _________; and his good relationship with the public meant ________ felt able to speak of their problems and _________.
milder
one party states
ordinary people
dissatisfactions
On ________, after almost two years of illness, Fidel Castro announced his decision to stand down as president and _________ of the _______.
18 February 2008
commander in chief
armed forces
