The Cuban Revolution took place from 1953 to 1959, culminating in the overthrow of Cuban dictator Fulgencio Batista. Led by Fidel Castro, Che Guevara, and others, the revolution sought to address widespread inequalities, poverty, and corruption under Batista's regime. It began with the unsuccessful assault on the Moncada Barracks in 1953 but gained momentum through guerrilla warfare and popular support. By January 1, 1959, Batista fled, and Castro's revolutionary forces took control. The revolution significantly altered Cuba’s socio-political landscape, leading to the establishment of a one-party socialist state and aligning Cuba with the Soviet Union during the Cold War.