Mixed legacy for Fidel Castro

(02:41) Report

Feb. 19 - Since taking power in a 1959 communist revolution, the Cuban leader has been an icon of the Soviet era and a thorn in America's side,

Fidel Castro has made headlines for nearly five decades as the fiery, charismatic president of the Caribbean's biggest island.

Susan Flory reports.

Keep track of the lead up to Castros departure:

  • Castro reappears on television (January 16th, 2008)
  • Castro hints he may retire (December 17th, 2007)
  • Castro speaks on Cuban television (September 21st, 2007)
  • Fidel Castro turns 81 (August 13th, 2007)
  • Fidel a 'no-show' on May Day (May 1st, 2007)

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