Photo Gallery Revolutionary Disillusionment
Many in Cuba were excited by the success of Fidel Castro's revolution on New Year's Day in 1959. For some, disillusionment was quick to follow.
Huber Matos was a comrade in arms with Fidel Castro and was involved in the revolution's final victory in Santiago de Cuba. But he lost faith and asked to be relieved of his official post. In response, he was locked away for 20 years. he now lives in Miami.
Foto: AFP
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