Aside from being a politician, was al-Majid also a military commander?
Yes
No
It's unclear
He trained, but never commanded
Answer
Al-Majid was a military commander, and he played a significant role in the Iraqi army's operations against Iran. He was responsible for the development of chemical weapons, and he ordered the use of these weapons against Iranian troops and civilians.
Unveiling the Iron Fist: The Ali Hassan al-Majid Quiz