I spelled Russians like a Cajun! LOL
Che was very loyal to Castro. He almost always toed Castro's line, even when he didn't agree with the situation. You're right, the Russians had their own reasons for wanting the missiles there. There's actually quite a bit of contention as to how it actually happened and why. Nikita appears to have made the decision almost alone. The Cubans claim they were their as a statement for the good of the socialist countries, but not to protect Cuba from invasion.
I agree with your assessment as to his being apolitical allowed him to be more radical. His best supporter appears to have been Raul, which is cause for concern if Fidel dies.
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