François Duvalier
April 14, 1907 – April 21, 1971
Haitian physician known as 'Papa Doc' who ruled Haiti as President-for-life from 1957 until his death in 1971, using the Tonton Macoute militia to terrorise opponents.
Offices held
Oct 22, 1957 – Apr 21, 1971
Preceded by
Antonio Thrasybule Kébreau Succeeded by
Jean-Claude Duvalier
Antonio Thrasybule Kébreau Succeeded by
Jean-Claude Duvalier
Family
François Duvalier
Timeline
1908
1913
1918
1923
1928
1933
1938
1943
1948
1953
1958
1963
1968