Real Dictators Saddam Hussein Part 1: Son of the Alleyways
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Nov 15, 2023 Saddam Hussein, a global infamous leader who rose from a tough peasant background, discusses his early life, political history, rise to power, and the formation of Iraq. The podcast explores his childhood trauma, involvement in nationalist movements, removal of King Faisal II, and his ultimate rise as the vice chairman of the Revolutionary Command Council.
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Saddam's Troubled Birth
- Saddam Hussein's birth in 1937 was preceded by family tragedy and his mother's mental health struggles.
- She attempted to induce miscarriage, believing her unborn child was responsible for his brother's death.
Saddam's Brutal Reign
- Saddam Hussein's rule, marked by brutality and personality cult, led to the deaths of many Iraqis.
- His use of chemical weapons and conflicts with the US highlight his tyrannical reign.
Birth of a Nation
- The Kingdom of Iraq, formed after WWI, was under British mandate, causing resentment.
- Faisal I, crowned king, called for British withdrawal, foreseeing future instability.