Skip to main content
Advanced Search
LIFE magazine, dated January 19, 1959, featuring Fidel Castro's takeover of Cuba
LIFE magazine, dated January 19, 1959, featuring Fidel Castro's takeover of Cuba

LIFE magazine, dated January 19, 1959, featuring Fidel Castro's takeover of Cuba

Object number2000.032.0001
Date01/19/1959
ClassificationsNewspapers & Magazines
ObjectMagazine
Credit LineThe Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza Collection
MediumPaper, Metal
Dimensions14 × 10 1/2 in. (35.6 × 26.7 cm)
Collections
DescriptionLIFE Magazine, dated January 19, 1959, featuring Fidel Castro on the cover. The magazine includes a five-page article beginning on page 28 about Castro's overthrow of dictator Fulgencio Batista and Castro's new leadership of Cuba. This image is not available online larger than a thumbnail to protect the copyright of its creator(s). For a more detailed examination of this item, please schedule an appointment in the Museum’s Reading Room.