For how many years was Bokassa in power in the Central African Republic?
20 years
15 years
14 years
10 years
Answer
Jean-Bédel Bokassa was in power in the Central African Republic for 14 years. He came to power in 1966 in a military coup and was overthrown in 1979 in a French-backed coup. Bokassa was known for his brutality and extravagance, and he was eventually convicted of crimes against humanity.
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