Φιντέλ Κάστρο was a Cuban revolutionary leader who served as the Prime Minister of Cuba from 1959 to 1976 and then as President until 2008. He played a key role in the Cuban Revolution, which overthrew the dictatorship of Fulgencio Batista. Kάστρο's government implemented significant social reforms, including education and healthcare improvements. Kάστρο was known for his strong opposition to the United States and its influence in Latin America. His policies led to the establishment of a one-party socialist state in Cuba, aligning the country with the Soviet Union during the Cold War. He remains a controversial figure in history.