Idi Amin - Uganda's Brutal Despot
Synopsis
Between 1971 and 1979, Idi Amin's regime was responsible for the deaths of hundreds of thousands of Ugandans and the displacement of many more.
Synopsis
Idi Amin, born in the mid-1920s in Uganda, rose to power in 1971 after a coup against Milton Obote. His rule was marked by brutality, leading to the deaths of hundreds of thousands and the displacement of many more. The documentary details Amin's early life, the colonial history of Uganda, and the roles played by the British and Israeli governments in his ascent. Archival footage and expert commentary provide context for the violence that engulfed Uganda until Amin's ousting in 1979.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See how colonial rule shaped Uganda's ethnic divisions.
- Find out about Amin's controversial rise to power in 1971.
- Meet the dictator whose regime led to massive human rights abuses.
Did You Know
- Idi Amin was likely born in 1923 or 1924, with some accounts suggesting 1928.
- Amin's father, Andreas Nyabire, converted to Islam from Roman Catholicism.
- Between 1971 and 1979, Amin's regime was responsible for hundreds of thousands of deaths in Uganda.
- Amin lived freely in exile after being ousted from power in 1979.
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When was Idi Amin born?
Idi Amin was most likely born in 1923 or 1924, although some accounts suggest his birth year could be as late as 1928.
Where was Idi Amin born?
Amin was likely born in Koboko, in the north-western part of Uganda, near the border of what is now South Sudan.
How many Ugandans were killed during Idi Amin's regime?
Between 1971 and 1979, Amin and his followers were responsible for killing hundreds of thousands of Ugandans.
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