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Jerry Rawlings used extreme measures, including a coup, enforced ‘discipline’ through executions, ‘disappearances’ and floggings, but reintroduced democracy. (Photo by Daniel SIMON/Gamma-Rapho via Getty Images)
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JJ Rawlings left an indelible mark on Ghana’s history

The air force pilot and former president used extreme measures, including a coup, enforced ‘discipline’ through executions, ‘disappearances’ and floggings, but reintroduced…

  • Audrey Donkor
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