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Communist movements gained power in several Latin American countries during the 20th century, most notably in Cuba with the 1959 revolution led by Fidel Castro. Other significant instances include the establishment of Marxist-oriented governments in Nicaragua under the Sandinistas in the 1980s and moments of influence in countries like Chile with Salvador Allende's presidency from 1970 until his overthrow in 1973. Additionally, various guerrilla movements and leftist parties have sought to gain power in countries such as Venezuela and Bolivia, particularly in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
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Where did many Latin American nations fight to gain independence from in the early 1800s?
The causes of the Latin America fight for freedom after 1790 was due to the liberal constitution that Fernando VII of Spain signed halfheartedly. Latin Americans wanted an excuse to take power and evict their colonizers.
How did the long march help Mao Zedong gain support?
He got support of the peasants, strengthening communist power.
When did most of the Latin America's colonies gain control?
Of their own destinies? Since the beginning of the 19th century.
Which was the frist country in the Caribbean to gain independence?
Haiti,a Caribbean island under French rule, was the first country in Latin America to gain independence.
Did Vietnam gain anything from the Vietnam war?
Communist North Vietnam re-united with the NON-Communist SOUTH Vietnam, creating ONE Communist country; Vietnam.
Where did communist gain power Latin America?
Nicaragua
Where did communist government gain power in latin America?
Nicaragua, El Salvador and CubaWe went over this question in History class. Hope it helps (:
Why did Portugal gain control over most of Latin America?
It didn't; Spain DID gain control of most of Latin America.
How was Latin America inspired by America?
we helped them gain their independence
How did president Taft's dollar diplomacy help American gain economic power over Latin American countries?
Americans invested in banks, business, and resources in Latin America
How did President Taft's Dollar Diplomacy help Americans gain economic power over Latin American?
Americans invested in banks, business, and resources in Latin America
How did tafts dollar diplomacy help Americans gain economic power over Latin American countries?
Americans invested in banks, business, and resources in Latin America
How did president tafts dollar diplomacy help Americans gain power over latin Americans countries?
Americans invested in banks, business, and resources in Latin America
How did president tafts dollar diplomacy help American gain economic power over latin American countries?
Americans invested in banks, business, and resources in Latin America
Which was the first latin America country to gain independence?
Haiti.
What was the first colony in latin america to gain independence?
Haiti did (1804).
How did Spain gain control over most of Latin America?
War & conquest.
