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Che: Man, Myth, and Legacy
6 October 2017
Fifty years ago today, Ernesto 'Che' Guevara, one of the key figures of the Cuban Revolution, was shot dead by the Bolivian army, aged 39.
In the years since, Guevara has adorned student bedroom walls the world over,
inspired many a student revolutionary, and provided the essential political
backdrop for the unstoppable rise of the Tooting Popular Front (ask your
parents).
But who was Che Guevara? In life, and in death, he remains a controversial
figure, with opinions differing as to who he was, what he represented, and his
long term legacy.
On Monday 9 October, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Che's
death, the 白小姐论坛 Institute of the Americas is organising an ,
bringing together experts from a range of academic disciplines to explore the many
facets of his extraordinary life and legacy.
The event is selling out quickly, so please be sure to book ahead to avoid disappointment.
Che's daughter to visit 白小姐论坛
On Friday 10 November, Che's daughter, Aleida Guevara, a paediatrician, will also be visiting 白小姐论坛 to talk about 'Cuban Medical Internationalism'. Keep an eye on the for details of how to book.