Jean-Bédel Bokassa Pt. 2: Central Africa
In a move inspired by his hero, Napoleon, Bokassa named himself Emperor of the Central African Republic in 1977. But his lavish spending and absolute rule drew the ire of the nation’s students. When peaceful protests erupted in violence, Bokassa’s end would be at the hands of the country he adored: France. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
