The Cuba Libre Story
Overview
The story dives into Cuba's turbulent past, marked by foreign invasions, courageous freedom fighters, and the intricate political maneuvers of the Cold War.
Episodes
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1
Breaking Chains
Following four hundred years of Spanish colonization, the people of Cuba achieve their freedom. However, just as they celebrate their independence, U....
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2
War and Sugar
Cuba thrives on its booming sugar industry, yet tensions with the United States escalate, paving the way for the ascendance of military leader Fulgenc...
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3
Ganster's Paradise
During Prohibition, Cuba emerges as a hotspot for illegal rum, attracting the Mafia, who take over the thriving gambling scene in the country.
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4
A Ragtag Revolution
On January 1, 1959, the revolutionary fighters under the leadership of the Castro brothers and Che Guevara successfully overthrow the corrupt dictator...
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5
Making Heroes
Among the key figures of the revolution are the Castros, Che Guevara, and Camilo Cienfuegos. However, Fidel Castro's harsh methods and extreme leftist...
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6
Of Soviets and Saviors
As Fidel Castro seizes American companies and seeks backing from the Soviet Union, the CIA responds by dispatching assassins, saboteurs, and invasion ...
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7
Secrets and Sacrifices
In the tumultuous '80s, Cubans flee their oppressive country, while cocaine seeps into the corridors of power. At the same time, the foundations of Eu...
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Moments of Transition
In the aftermath of the Soviet Union's collapse, the Castros discover a shared ally in Venezuela. However, the end of the Cold War signals a shift, le...