David Dacko (24 March 1930 – 20 November 2003) was the first President of the Central African Republic (CAR) from 14 August 1960 to 1 January 1966 and the third president of the CAR from 21 September 1979 to 1 September 1981. Even after being removed from power twice by coups d’état Dacko continued to be a very active politician and presidential candidate with a loyal group of supporters. Dacko was thus an important political figure in CAR politics for a period of over half a century.
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active years end date
1966-01-01, 1981-09-01
active years start date
1960-08-14, 1979-09-21
birth date
1930-03-24
birth place
Central African Republic, Ubangi-Shari, Mbaïki, Mbaki
death date
2003-11-20
death place
Cameroon, Yaoundé
order in office
1st President of the Central African Republic, 3rd President of the Central African Republic
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