1979 Nicaraguan Revolution

The 1979 Nicaraguan Revolution was when the Sandinista movement overthrew the dictatorship of Anastasio Somoza, who ruled Nicaragua for decades with support from the U.S. and other allies. The revolution was driven by widespread dissatisfaction with corruption, inequality, and repression. After years of guerrilla warfare and activism, the Sandinistas established a new government aimed at social reform and independence from U.S. influence. The revolution significantly shaped Nicaragua’s history, leading to ongoing political conflicts, economic challenges, and Cold War tensions with the United States.