conflict that ended in Cubans independence from Spain

set up a communist government in Cuba

set up a dictatorship in Nicaragua

The Somoza Family owned almost all the wealth in the country, and as they became richer, the people of Nicaragua became poorer.

the power of dictatorships caused political conflict and economic problems

system of government where the government controls the country's economy

system of government where the government owns the means of producing and distributing goods

a leader who has complete power over a country