Castro’s Cuba: How a Small Island Defied the US
The Rest: History for Sleep · 2026-03-13
In this episode, we explore the remarkable historical period where Cuba, a small island nation, managed to resist the immense pressure and influence of the United States. We will examine the key strategies and events that allowed Castro's Cuba to forge its own path on the global stage.
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The Rest Is: History, Wars and Stories explores the conflicts, characters, and turning points that shaped the world we live in today. From battlefield strategy and political power plays to the quiet, human stories unfolding behind the scenes, this show goes deeper than textbook timelines.Each episode unpacks the wars that redrew borders, the decisions that altered civilizations, and the everyday lives of the people who lived through it all. It is not just about what happened, but why it mattered and how it still echoes into our present.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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