Haydée Santamaría & Armando Hart
Love forged in the Cuban revolution
Haydée Santamaría, heroine of the Moncada barracks assault, and Armando Hart, revolutionary leader; they loved in the underground and in power, founded Casa de las Américas and shaped the island's culture.
01Why it matters
Their love is bound to the founding of revolutionary Cuba and its great Latin American cultural project.
02The conflict
Armed struggle, the torture of her family and the weight of power.
03The iconic moment
Haydée founding Casa de las Américas, the continent's cultural beacon.
04What survived
Casa de las Américas; the memory of Moncada.
05Frequently asked questions
Who were Haydée Santamaría & Armando Hart?
Haydée Santamaría, heroine of the Moncada barracks assault, and Armando Hart, revolutionary leader; they loved in the underground and in power, founded Casa de las Américas and shaped the island's culture.
Why is the story of Haydée Santamaría & Armando Hart famous?
Their love is bound to the founding of revolutionary Cuba and its great Latin American cultural project.
How does the story of Haydée Santamaría & Armando Hart end?
Haydée founding Casa de las Américas, the continent's cultural beacon. Casa de las Américas; the memory of Moncada.
Is the story of Haydée Santamaría & Armando Hart real?
Yes, Haydée Santamaría & Armando Hart is based on real people and events.
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