Liberia's Turbulent History
Liberia's struggle for power intensified in 1980 when a coup led by Doe overthrew the ruling Americo Liberians, who had dominated the country for nearly 150 years. As Doe's regime descended into paranoia and violence, a civil war erupted in 1989, fueled by the discontent of various ethnic groups. The brutal fate of Doe, captured and tortured by rival forces, marked a dark chapter in Liberia's quest for stability.In this clip
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