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François Tombalbaye

François Tombalbaye
François Tombalbaye, Chadian politician, 1st President of Chad (d. 1975)

François Tombalbaye, also known as N'Garta Tombalbaye, was a Chadian politician who served as the first President of Chad from the country's independence in 1960 until his overthrow in 1975. A dictatorial leader, his divisive policies as president led to factional conflict and a pattern of authoritarian leadership and political instability that are still relevant in Chad today.

15 June 1918

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