General Fulgencio Batista's Military Coup in Cuba
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General Fulgencio Batista orchestrated a military coup in Cuba, overthrowing the government. With the backing of the army, Batista seized power, ending the country's fragile democracy. The coup was a result of widespread corruption, economic instability, and social inequality that plagued Cuba at that time.
Batista suspended the constitution, dissolved Congress, and established himself as the leader of the country. His rule was marked by authoritarianism, censorship, and the suppression of opposition. Despite initial support from some sectors of society, Batista's regime soon faced opposition from rebel groups, including Fidel Castro's 26th of July Movement.
The military coup led by General Fulgencio Batista had lasting effects on Cuba. It set the stage for the Cuban Revolution, which eventually led to Fidel Castro's rise to power in 1959. The coup marked a turning point in Cuban history, shaping the island nation's political landscape for decades to come.
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