Idi Amin killed approximately 3000,000 people during his reign and stole millions of dollars from his country and others. He expelled all non-African residents from his country and threated British citizens who lived there. What African nation did the "butcher of Africa" rule?
Correct answer: A. Uganda
- A. Uganda
- B. Libya
- C. Somalia
- D. Zaire
Explanation
Idi Amin ruled Uganda from 1971 to 1979 and was responsible for widespread killings, repression and economic plunder. His expulsion of Uganda’s Asian population and confrontation with Britain further damaged the country’s economy and foreign relations.
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