Raoul Cédras
Haitian military officer and politician
Served as a leading military figure and politician in Haiti during the 1990s. Led a coup d'état in 1991 that overthrew the democratically elected government of Jean-Bertrand Aristide. After ruling as head of the military junta, faced international condemnation and sanctions. Eventually left power and entered exile in 1994 amid a U.S.-led intervention aimed at restoring Aristide to power. After returning to Haiti, involved in political activities but remained a controversial figure in Haiti's tumultuous political landscape.
Led military coup against Aristide in 1991
Served as head of the military junta
Exiled in 1994 after international intervention
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July 9th, 1808 218 years ago
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