Moncada Barracks Attack

The Moncada Barracks Attack took place on July 26, 1953, in Cuba, when a group led by Fidel Castro attempted to seize a military fort to start a revolution against the government, which was seen as corrupt and oppressive. The attack was planned to inspire change and challenge the ruling dictatorship. However, it failed militarily, resulting in many arrests and casualties. Despite the defeat, it became a symbol of resistance and sparked ongoing efforts that eventually led to the Cuban Revolution and Fidel Castro’s rise to power.