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50 Years Ago: Cuba Revolution Begins, Korean War Ends

HeadlineJul 25, 2003

And this weekend marks the 50th anniversary of the major events of the 20th century. On July 26, 1953 the Cuban revolution began when Fidel Castro and 200 supporters attacked military barracks in the eastern town of Santiago de Cuba. And on July 27, 1953 the Korean War ended when a cease-fire agreement was signed.

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