Revolution and Its Effect on the Nation of Cuba From the times of Columbus to the reign of Fidel Castro, Cuba has been colonized by Spain, influenced by the United States, and ruled by many tyrant-like dictators. During this time two major revolutions took place. The first, against the Spanish in order to establish themselves as an independent country, and the second against the dictator Fulgencio Batista’s corrupt rule. These two revolutionary movements changed …showed first 75 words of 1598 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1598 total…totaled about $5 billion as of 1996. While this money is not nearly enough to make a significant difference in the Cuban economy, it has helped the economy to rebound slightly. After a decline of in the economy between 1989 to 1994, the economy rebounded in 1995 as inflation dropped. Clearly, these reforms represent steps toward a market economy, and as the desire for improved living standards increases, the Cuban economy will without a doubt continue to improve and grow.