François Duvalier
François Duvalier, also known as 'Papa Doc,' was a Haitian physician and politician who served as the President of Haiti from 1957 until his death in 1971. His regime was marked by a brutal dictatorship, characterized by human rights abuses, censorship, and a reliance on a secret police force known as the Tonton Macoute. Duvalier's rule left a lasting impact on Haiti, contributing to a legacy of political instability and social unrest that continues to influence the country today.
Born on Apr 14, 1907 (118 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dominican Republic | 2 | 3.00 | 0.13% | +0% | 10,847,910 | 13,775 | $89,000 | 113$ |
| Canada | 1 | 2.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 21,044 | $1,700,000 | 941$ |
| Totals | 3 | 48,853,148 | 34,819 | $1,789,000 | 1,054$ |
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Canada:
François Duvalier's brutal reign in the 1960s contributed to waves of emigration from Haiti.
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Dominican Republic:
Francois Duvalier's regime was the target of a plot by Haitian exiles in 1963.
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Dominican Republic:
François 'Papa Doc' Duvalier used voodoo as a tool of control and repression during his regime.
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Dominican Republic:
Francois Duvalier was the former dictator of Haiti who was targeted by Cuban armed groups.
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France:
François Duvalier is mentioned in the context of the oppressive regime in Haiti.
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Ireland:
François Duvalier was the dictator of Haiti whose regime forced Raoul Peck's family to flee the country.
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