Hissene Habre

ModernPoliticianChad1942 — ?

Chadian dictator convicted of crimes against humanity.

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Quick Facts

Born

1942

Country

Chad

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)38

Influence (20%)48

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)66

Strategy (15%)45

Total Score46.6

Hissene Habre — Complete Timeline

1982 AD

Seized Power in Chad CoupPolitical Action◆ Major

Hissène Habré led the Armed Forces of the North (FAN) to capture N'Djamena, overthrowing President Goukouni Oueddei. This ended the Transitional Government of National Unity and began Habré's rule over Chad.

ChadCoupCivil War

Impact: nationaldestructive

1983 AD

Established the Documentation and Security DirectoratePolitical Action◆ Major

Habré created the DDS, a secret police force that became the instrument of his repressive regime. The DDS was responsible for systematic torture, political imprisonment, and mass executions of perceived opponents.

ChadRepressionHuman Rights Abuses

Impact: nationaldestructive

1990 AD

Overthrown by Idriss DébyWar◆ Major

Rebel forces led by Idriss D

ChadCoupIdriss Déby

Impact: national

2017 AD

Convicted of Crimes Against HumanityPolitical Action

The Extraordinary African Chambers in Senegal convicted Habr

ChadInternational JusticeHuman Rights

Impact: globalconstructive