Che Guevara and his stand against evil Brought

Che Guevara and his stand against evil Brought to you by Filip Stevanovic

Background -Born Rosario Argentina -Lived 1928 -1967 -Suffered from severe asthma -Ventured all over South America on a Motorcycle witnessing: poverty as a result of oppression -Became a Marxist Revolutionary

Cuban revolution ● Joined arms with Fidel and Raul Castro in the 26 of July movement forces. ● Goal was to land in Cuba and use armed force to overthrow the US supported Batista regime. ● Batista was a ruthless dictator who governed Cuba ● Served as a puppet government for the US. ● Che and 81 soldiers from the 26 th of July movement left Mexico and sailed to free Cuba. ● Fought guerrilla warfare, and slowly began capturing city after city. ● Eventually liberated Cuba from US oppression ● Established a new Cuban government ● Improve the literacy rate of Cuba by creating schools and free tuition universities.

Direct social change Sought to promote direct social change through militaristic and ideological means. Promoted the rights of the impoverished and the socio-economically distressed Fought against American imperialism. Positive social change as it helped ameliorate the living conditions of the impoverished by empowering them to take a stand against the brutal USbacked dictators. US backed Batista Military who greatly outnumbered Che’s forces. Faced the threat of a US invasion, and constant assassination attempts during his diplomatic missions. Captured by the US CIA and executed without a trial.

impact Determination, willpower, passion and sacrifice sculpted him into a revolutionary leader Left behind a comfortable life in order to pursue his vision of liberating and empowering people around the globe from the chains of American Imperialism. Took six years for Che to actualize his vision of a free Cuba, The fight for freedom against US foreign policy is ongoing Taught us to stand for our rights by demonstrating determination and perseverance. An example of how one man or woman choose to make a difference in the world. Become a symbol of revolution and his spirit remains alive today.