Cuban Revolution

Mondcada Barracks

Jul 26, 1953

Fidel Castro and his army of revolutionaries attack Moncada Barracks in Santiago de Cuba, initiating the Cuban revolution, in attempt to overthrow current ruler Fulgencio Batista.

Speech

Oct 15, 1953

Fidel Castro makes his famous "History Will Absolve Me" speech, defending and justifying his attack on the Mondcada Barracks.

Release

Nov 15, 1955

Castro is released from prison, and moves to Mexico with his brother.

Return

Nov 15, 1956

Castro, his brothers, and followers return to Cuba with the intention of overthrowing Batista.

New Gvm't

Jul 26, 1959

In 1959, a new Cuban government is established under the rule of Fidel Castro

Prime Minister

Nov 15, 1959

Castro and rebels drive Batista out, Castro is now prime minister.

Missile

Nov 15, 1962

Cuban Missisle Crisis: Castro allows USSR to deploy missiles or fear of U.S. attacks

Elections

Nov 15, 1976

Castro elected president

1980

Nov 15, 1980

Millions of Cuban's start to flee to the United States

Agreement

Nov 15, 1994

Cuba signs and agreement with the U.S., allowing 20,000 Cubans into America a year in exhancge for halting the exodus for refugess.