Derek R. Peterson

Derek R. Peterson, a historian and professor at the University of Michigan, delves into the complexities of Idi Amin's Uganda. He discusses why ordinary Ugandans supported Amin, highlighting the role of artists and theologians in his regime. The shift from ties with Israel to Gaddafi is explored, along with the economic ramifications of the 1972 expulsion of the Asian community. Peterson also examines the dynamics of social terror under Amin, challenging the common perception of him as merely a tyrant. His insights are drawn from extensive archival research.