Amin al-Hafiz

ModernGeneralSyria1921 — ?

Syrian Baathist president overthrown by Assad.

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Quick Facts

Born

1921

Country

Syria

Era

Modern

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)10

Political (20%)34

Influence (20%)49

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)48

Strategy (15%)45

Total Score39.3

Amin al-Hafiz — Complete Timeline

1963 AD

Became President of SyriaPolitical Action◆ Major

Amin al-Hafiz became President of Syria after the Baathist coup, serving as a leading figure in the party's early rule. His presidency was marked by internal Baathist factionalism and conflict with the Muslim Brotherhood.

PresidencyBaath Party

Impact: national

1966 AD

Overthrown by Salah JadidPolitical Action◆ Major

Amin al-Hafiz was overthrown in a coup led by Salah Jadid, a rival Baathist faction. He was imprisoned and later exiled, as the more radical neo-Baathists took control of Syria.

CoupBaath Factionalism

Impact: nationaldestructive