Castro was respected by his followers for he brought them a sense of hope; he promised general elections, free land, free speech and improvements to their quality of life. He promised to free them from the oppression under the regime of President Batista. His Marxist views resonated with the poor and uneducated in Cuba and the life he sought for them and the vision he conveyed allowed him to build followership and elevate his power and status. “It is true that it (the revolution) follows its leader, basically Fidel Castro, without hesitation. But the degree to which he won this trust results precisely from having interpreted the full meaning of the people 's desires and aspirations, and from the sincere struggle to fulfill the promises he
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During the car ride back to where Khomeini would be residing the celebration became a near riot, leaving Khomeini needing to be rescued by helicopter from his own followers.
In order for revolutionary movements to expand and grow, the mobilization of forces and utilization of resources is absolutely critical. Castro’s movement was able to carry his message throughout Cuba and essentially the world. “It is very important to choose the right instrument for mobilizing the masses. Basically, this instrument must be moral in character, without neglecting, however, a correct use of the material incentive — especially of a social character.” (Guevara 1965) During the Cuban Revolution, Castro’s followers were able to recruit on average of 1,200 individuals a month, most of whom became guerillas fighting …show more content…
The Imam revolutionized Iran from an ally of the west and a friend to America, to an Islamic Republic whose policies are written and implemented with the mindset that the law is the will of God. The Imam was also able to keep power despite a gruesome 8 year war with Iraq, whose own charismatic leader, Saddam Hussein, was able to penetrate deep into Iran with military munitions and training provided by the United States in hopes that Khomeini would eventually be overthrown. Khomeini’s leaderhip over Iran lasted only 10 years but during this time theocratic rule was established. Much like Castro, promises made to the people during the time of revolution would go unfulfilled and instead large amounts of resources would be dedicated towards marginalizing and destroying groups in favor of the opposition and who opposed the strict Islamic rule of the republic. “(the) newly established Islamic Judiciary system sentenced many Iranians to death and long-term imprisonment as they were in opposition of those radical changes.” (Iran Chamber Society 2001) U.S. sanctions were imposed during the Iranian hostage crisis that would test the patience and will of Khomeini; but his presence and followership never waned. However, the importance of Khomeini, the dominance of his ideology, and the loyalty of his followership could truly be seen once he had died. “…miscalculations on the part of opposition groups who failed to organize
During the car ride back to where Khomeini would be residing the celebration became a near riot, leaving Khomeini needing to be rescued by helicopter from his own followers.
In order for revolutionary movements to expand and grow, the mobilization of forces and utilization of resources is absolutely critical. Castro’s movement was able to carry his message throughout Cuba and essentially the world. “It is very important to choose the right instrument for mobilizing the masses. Basically, this instrument must be moral in character, without neglecting, however, a correct use of the material incentive — especially of a social character.” (Guevara 1965) During the Cuban Revolution, Castro’s followers were able to recruit on average of 1,200 individuals a month, most of whom became guerillas fighting …show more content…
The Imam revolutionized Iran from an ally of the west and a friend to America, to an Islamic Republic whose policies are written and implemented with the mindset that the law is the will of God. The Imam was also able to keep power despite a gruesome 8 year war with Iraq, whose own charismatic leader, Saddam Hussein, was able to penetrate deep into Iran with military munitions and training provided by the United States in hopes that Khomeini would eventually be overthrown. Khomeini’s leaderhip over Iran lasted only 10 years but during this time theocratic rule was established. Much like Castro, promises made to the people during the time of revolution would go unfulfilled and instead large amounts of resources would be dedicated towards marginalizing and destroying groups in favor of the opposition and who opposed the strict Islamic rule of the republic. “(the) newly established Islamic Judiciary system sentenced many Iranians to death and long-term imprisonment as they were in opposition of those radical changes.” (Iran Chamber Society 2001) U.S. sanctions were imposed during the Iranian hostage crisis that would test the patience and will of Khomeini; but his presence and followership never waned. However, the importance of Khomeini, the dominance of his ideology, and the loyalty of his followership could truly be seen once he had died. “…miscalculations on the part of opposition groups who failed to organize