Francois Bozize

ModernGeneralCentral African Republic1946 — ?

President of CAR overthrown in a coup.

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Quick Facts

Born

1946

Country

Central African Republic

Era

Modern

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)29

Political (20%)46

Influence (20%)62

Legacy (20%)47

Leadership (15%)45

Strategy (15%)59

Total Score49.3

Francois Bozize — Complete Timeline

2003 AD

Seized Power in Central African Republic CoupPolitical Action◆ Major

François Bozizé led a rebellion that captured Bangui, overthrowing President Ange-Félix Patassé while he was abroad. Bozizé suspended the constitution and installed himself as president, beginning a decade of rule.

Central African RepublicCoupPatassé

Impact: nationaldestructive

2005 AD

Elected President of CARPolitical Action

Bozizé won the presidential election held under a new constitution, receiving 64.6% of the vote in the second round. The election was intended to restore constitutional order after his 2003 coup.

Central African RepublicElectionConstitutional Order

Impact: national

2013 AD

Overthrown by Séléka CoalitionWar◆ Major

Rebel forces from the S

Central African RepublicCivil WarSéléka

Impact: regionaldestructive