The ENTIRE Timeline of CODs Greatest Villain (1976-2035)

Raul Menendez is one of the most complex and dangerous villains in the entire Call of Duty universe — and this video breaks down his full timeline from beginning to end. From his tragic childhood in 1970s Nicaragua, to the death of his sister Josefina, to the rise of Cordis Die, the 1989 Mason incident, and the massive 2025 drone attacks, this is the complete story that shaped the Black Ops series.

We follow every major event in Menendez’s life across Black Ops 2, Black Ops Cold War, and Black Ops 7. You’ll see how his hatred for the United States formed, how he manipulated Woods and Hudson, how he turned public anger into a global movement, and how his legacy haunted David Mason decades after his death.

Whether you’re a long-time COD fan or new to the storyline, this is the most straightforward and detailed explanation of Raul Menendez ever put together.

Chapters / Timeline Covered:
• Early life in Nicaragua
• Josefina’s death in 1986
• Menendez disappears and builds his arms empire
• Formation of Cordis Die (late 1990s)
• 1989 Mason incident and “You suffer with me”
• Rise of Menendez as a global figure
• 2025 drone fleet cyber attack
• Capture or death of Menendez
• Black Ops 7 hallucination events (2035)

If you enjoy the darker side of the Call of Duty storyline, this deep dive is for you.

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