The Cuban Revolution, which took place between 1953 and 1959, was sparked by widespread discontent with the regime of dictator Fulgencio Batista. Key factors included political corruption, social inequality, and economic hardship, which fueled public outrage. Fidel Castro, alongside revolutionaries like Che Guevara, led a movement that sought to overthrow Batista's regime and implement socialist reforms. The revolution gained traction with popular support and culminated in Batista's flight and Castro's rise to power in 1959. This shift had lasting impacts on Cuba’s political landscape and its relations with the United States, leading to increased tensions during the Cold War.