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Fidel Castro in the US
FIDEL CASTRO - President of Cuba, pictured here reading a book on the Mount Vernon Shrine during a vsit to Washington in 1959. *UNAVAILABLE FOR USE IN ASIA AT PRESENT*
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Media ID 4415037
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1959 Castro Cigar Communism Communist Cuba Cuban Fidel Mount Pictured Shrine Vernon Washington 1926
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Experience a captivating moment in history with our Media Storehouse range of poster prints featuring Fidel Castro's visit to the US in 1959. This striking image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, shows the charismatic Cuban leader, Fidel Castro, deep in thought as he reads a book at the Mount Vernon Shrine. This rights managed print offers a unique and intriguing glimpse into the past, making it an excellent addition to any home or office space. Note: This print is currently unavailable for use in Asia."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this historic photograph, Fidel Castro, the charismatic leader of Cuba, is seen deep in thought as he reads a book at the Mount Vernon Shrine during his visit to Washington D.C. in 1959. The image captures a moment of respite for Castro amidst the whirlwind of diplomacy and political intrigue that marked his first visit to the United States following the Cuban Revolution. Born in 1926 in the eastern Cuban town of Birán, Castro rose to prominence as a revolutionary leader, leading a guerrilla movement against the US-backed dictator Fulgencio Batista. After the successful overthrow of Batista in 1959, Castro assumed the presidency of Cuba and began implementing a socialist agenda, which included the nationalization of industries and the establishment of a communist government. Despite the political tensions between Cuba and the United States, Castro's visit to Washington was a significant moment in the nascent Cold War era. The photograph of Castro reading at the Mount Vernon Shrine serves as a reminder of the complex and often fraught relationship between the two countries during this period. The image also highlights Castro's intellectual curiosity and love of literature. He is shown with a cigar in hand and a serious expression on his face, suggesting a deep engagement with the text before him. The Mount Vernon Shrine, a historic site dedicated to George Washington, provides an intriguing backdrop to this moment in history, underscoring the symbolic significance of the encounter between two leaders from vastly different political ideologies. Overall, this photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in the history of US-Cuban relations, as well as a glimpse into the personal side of one of the most influential figures of the 20th century.
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