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Idi Amin Dada : The Rise and Fall of a Ruthless Dictator

Idi Amin Dada Oumee, commonly known as Idi Amin, was a Ugandan military officer and politician who rose to power through a military coup in 1971, leading to one of the darkest periods in Uganda’s history.

His rule, marked by brutality, human rights abuses, and political repression, left an indelible mark on the nation and its people.

Early Life and Military Career:

Born around 1925 in Koboko, a small town in northwestern Uganda, little is known about Amin’s early life.

He joined the King’s African Rifles (KAR), a British colonial military force, in the late 1940s. Amin’s military career advanced rapidly due to his physical prowess and loyalty to his superiors. He served in various capacities within the military and gained a reputation as a formidable and ambitious officer.

Seizure of Power:

On January 25, 1971, while then-President Milton Obote was attending a Commonwealth summit in Singa