Years of war and political and economic oppression destroyed the faith of the struggling Russian people in their once-beloved leader. This led to the October Revolution, which established the world's first Communist government. The Russian Revolution depicts how this movement was driven by the new ideas and strong leadership of Vladimir Lenin, and was sparked by the hope for a better way of life.
Shortly after Cuban guerrilla leader Fidel Castro helped oust unpopular military dictator Fulgencio Batista, he began remaking the country into a communist society. Castro and the Cuban Revolution relates how the controversial Castro championed Cuban independence and sought to meet the social and economic needs of the country's peasants while maintaining his power through harsh political repression.
Africa is believed to be the cradle of civilization, where humankind originated millions of years ago. It is a continent rich in natural resources, and one that has made great strides in improving the quality of life for its people. Yet, Africa is also a continent comprised of many nations that are still struggling to develop. Students will explore Africa's history and learn to what degree its colonial legacy continues to impact the continent.
