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Duvalier's Palace Surrounded by Guards Amid Haitian Fear
In Port au Prince the heavily guarded National Palace symbolizes Papa Doc Duvalier's terror regime. Invasions by anti Duvalier groups sparked reprisals, executions, and prison torture at Ft Dimanche. The dictator's grip tightens as fear, distrust, and the palace fortress dominate Haiti.
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Duvalier
Port AU Prince
Haiti
Francois
Papa Doc
Himalaya
Special Security
Ft. Dimanche
National Palace