Sadaam Hussein

Saddam Hussein was a Iraqi political leader who ruled Iraq from 1979 to 2003. He was known for maintaining tight control over the country through authoritarian governance, suppressing opposition, and engaging in regional conflicts, including the Iran-Iraq War and the Gulf War. His regime was marked by accusations of human rights abuses and use of chemical weapons. In 2003, a coalition led by the United States invaded Iraq, leading to his overthrow. Saddam was captured, tried, and executed for crimes against humanity in 2006. His leadership significantly impacted Iraq's history and regional stability.