A small country with a big revolution
Cuba, one of the smallest countries in the world, has inspired countless people. Looking back, it seems that the occurrence of the Cuban revolution is doomed, and these five factors suggest us. First, the widespread corruption. Corruption has been a problem in Cuba since the founding of the Republic of Cuba in 1902 Politics and government were seen as a means for elites to further enrich themselves and accumulate personal wealth while in office. Second, the Ongoing political instability. After gaining independence from Spain, Cuba was invaded, occupied and administered by the US military between 1898 and 1902 before eventually becoming a republic Several years of regime change left Cuba politically unstable, and those believing they had a chance to seize power instigated a series of uprisings and coups to try to take it over. Third, the Social problems. Cuba’s sugar-based economy revolved around slavery for centuries: even after independence, sugar remained a vital Cuban export, especially to the United States The monoculture economy was harmful in many ways. Forth, the US interference. Although Cuba technically became a republic in 1902, the United States in 1901. passed the Platt Amendment to maintain a significant presence in Cuba The amendment also limited Cuba’s ability to make foreign policy or trade agreements without consulting the United States First. Last but not least, the Gathering of momentum. Cuba’s revolution did not materialise overnight. In 1953, the Castro brothers, Fidel and Raúl led an attack against military barracks in an attempt to stir up a nationwide revolt against Batista’s dictatorship. It failed miserably, and they were swiftly captured. Through the results of Cuba, we have learned what it means to make continuous efforts towards freedom to succeed.
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