Politics & Government

Americo-Liberian Regime Overthrown in Coup

A coup led by Samuel Doe resulted in the violent overthrow of the Americo-Liberian government in Monrovia. The coup d'état unfolded with military forces attacking key government buildings, leading to the rapid resignation of President William Tolbert. Prominent among the coup leaders was Doe, who capitalized on widespread resentment against the Americo-Liberian elite, who dominated politics and commerce. The takeover marked a significant shift in Liberia's power dynamics and set forth years of political instability.

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