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Fidel Castro: Biography, Facts and Career

Who is Fidel Castro? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

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Fidel Castro
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Fidel Castro is profiled here with public, sourced facts.

Quick facts about Fidel Castro

  • Full name: Fidel Castro
  • Born: 1926-08-13
  • Nationality: Cuba
  • Known as: Actor
  • Wikidata ID: Q11256

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Fidel Castro?

Fidel Alejandro Castro Ruz (13 August 1926 – 25 November 2016) was a Cuban politician and revolutionary who was the leader of Cuba from 1959 to 2008, serving as prime minister from 1959 to 1976 and president from 1976 to 2008.

What nationality is Fidel Castro?

Fidel Castro is Cuba.

When was Fidel Castro born?

Fidel Castro was born on 1926-08-13.

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