Baby doc

Baby Doc is the nickname of Jean-Claude Duvalier, the former President of Haiti. He was the son of François Duvalier, also known as "Papa Doc", who was the President of Haiti from 1957 to 1971. Baby Doc succeeded his father as President and ruled Haiti from 1971 until his overthrow in 1986.

Early Life

Jean-Claude Duvalier was born on July 3, 1951, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. He was the only son of François Duvalier and his wife, Simone Ovide. As a child, he was known as "Baby Doc" in contrast to his father's nickname, "Papa Doc".

Presidency

Jean-Claude Duvalier became President of Haiti at the age of 19, following the death of his father in 1971. His presidency was marked by widespread corruption, human rights abuses, and economic mismanagement. Despite these issues, he managed to maintain power for 15 years with the support of the Tonton Macoute, a paramilitary force loyal to the Duvalier family.

Exile and Return

In 1986, widespread protests and international pressure forced Duvalier to flee Haiti. He lived in exile in France for 25 years. In 2011, he returned to Haiti, where he faced charges of corruption and human rights abuses. He died in 2014 without ever being brought to trial.

Legacy

The legacy of Baby Doc is a controversial one. While some remember him as a dictator who ruled with an iron fist, others see him as a symbol of stability in a country that has been plagued by political instability and economic hardship.