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Why did François Duvalier receive a scholarship in medicine?

  • To treat World War II servicemen

  • To study rare diseases

  • To improve Haiti's healthcare

  • Personal passion

Answer

François Duvalier received a scholarship in medicine to treat World War II servicemen. Duvalier was a Haitian politician and physician who served as President of Haiti from 1957 until his death in 1971. He is known for his authoritarian rule and his use of violence to suppress opposition.
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