Definition
Fidel Castro (1926-2016) was a Cuban revolutionary and politician who led Cuba from 1959 to 2008. He transformed Cuba into a socialist state and defied the United States for decades. His policies focused on healthcare, education, and nationalization. Castro was a controversial figure, admired by some for his social reforms and criticized by others for his authoritarian rule. He represents revolution, defiance, and complex socio-political change.