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Bokassa I [bəˈkæsə] n (Biographies / Bokassa I (1921-1996) M, Central African Republican, POLITICS: head of state) original name Jean Bedel Bokassa. 1921-96, president of the Central African Republic (1972-76); emperor of the renamed Central African Empire from 1976 until overthrown in 1979 How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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He was ousted in a French-backed coup in 1979 after a bizarre rule that included proclaiming himself Emperor Bokassa I three years earlier. It props up an odious client like Bokassa I in the Central African Empire, and then, when he becomes too embarrassing, topples him. |
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