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NYT Mini • September 1, 2025

Icon of the Cuban Revolution

Answer:

CHE

Hint:

Argentine doctor who became a guerrilla leader alongside Fidel Castro, often seen on posters with a beret.

Explanation:

Icon of the Cuban Revolution" points to Che Guevara, the Argentine revolutionary who became a symbol of rebellion and leftist movements worldwide. The answer is shortened to "CHE," his well-known nickname. His stylized portrait is one of the most recognizable images in political history, often seen on flags, posters, and merchandise.

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