The Cuban Revolution marks the rise of Fidel Castro and the establishment of a communist regime that reshaped Cuba’s political, social, and economic landscape. This guide takes you back in time to assess Castro’s rise from guerrilla warfare to power and examine the devastating communist policies he imposed, including land seizures, harassment, surveillance, gun confiscation, and political repression. You’ll read firsthand testimonies from survivors we’ve interviewed who escaped Cuba, sharing powerful, personal stories of life under the harsh realities of communism.

Additionally, we explore how the Revolution’s legacy influenced leftist movements across Latin America and triggered pivotal Cold War confrontations like the Bay of Pigs Invasion and the Cuban Missile Crisis. This guide serves as a resource to educate America’s youth on the dangers of Castro’s communism, and provides the family an opportunity to further discuss the value of economic independence, how to critically think about government control and defend the American Dream.