The FAL in Cuba: Left Arm of the Communist World?
This video delves into the history of the FN FAL rifle's presence in Cuba, detailing its acquisition by Fulgencio Batista and subsequent delivery to Fidel Castro following the 1958 revolution. It highlights the initial shipments of rifles and FALO light machine guns, the infamous La Courbe explosion, and the eventual export of many FALs as Cuba shifted to Soviet bloc weaponry. The description also notes the modifications made to scrub Cuban markings, providing context for collectors.














