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Was Bachir Gemayel a civilian figure or a military one?

  • Both civilian

  • Only civilian

  • Only military

  • Neither civilian nor military

Answer

Bachir Gemayel played dual roles. He initially gained prominence as a military figure, leading the Lebanese Forces militia during the Lebanese Civil War. However, he later transitioned into politics, eventually becoming the President of Lebanon in 1982. Throughout his career, he combined both military and civilian leadership, straddling the divide between armed conflict and political governance.
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