Idi Amin: The Butcher of Uganda
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Charming, gregarious, ready to please. These are the disarming traits of one of Africa’s most violent dictators. For eight years, Idi Amin ruled Uganda with terrifying consequences. Switching alliances became a game and the former boxing champion liked to play.  *Some scenes might be disturbing to some listeners.  Support the show: https://www.aljazeera.com/podcasts/hindsight/
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