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1. The Global and Historical Context

Author : Charles McKelvey

Published in: The Evolution and Significance of the Cuban Revolution

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Abstract

This chapter provides a historical and global context for understanding the Cuban Revolution and its meaning. It describes the structures of the world-system, the historical development of the world-system, the spectacular ascent of the USA, the role of imperialist policies, and the characteristics of neocolonialism.

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Metadata
Title
The Global and Historical Context
Author
Charles McKelvey
Copyright Year
2018
Book
The Evolution and Significance of the Cuban Revolution

Print ISBN: 978-3-319-62159-3

Electronic ISBN: 978-3-319-62160-9

Copyright Year: 2018

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-62160-9_1