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Emperor Jean-Bédel Bokassa and Empress Catherine

Mohamed Amin1977

Mohamed Amin Foundation

Mohamed Amin Foundation
Nairobi, Kenya

Emperor Jean-Bédel Bokassa and his 28-year-old wife Empress Catherine, at their coronation ceremony. Also known as the "Cannibal King" it was rumored the Emperor served human flesh at the banquet when he crowned himself Emperor Bokassa I in a costly and colorful ceremony inspired by his idol, Napoleon Bonaparte, in the country’s capital of Bangui on December 4, 1977. Kenya’s renowned photojournalist, Mohamed Amin also known as “Six Camera Mo”, got exclusive images of Bokassa at his Coronation and also enjoyed the banquet! Mo Amin had to dress in tuxedo and top hat as anyone not dressed properly would have their ears cut off!! Probably to serve as appetizers!

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  • Title: Emperor Jean-Bédel Bokassa and Empress Catherine
  • Creator: Mohamed Amin
  • Date Created: 1977
  • Location Created: Bangui, Central African Republic
  • Type: Photograph
  • Rights: Mohamed Amin / Camerapix
Mohamed Amin Foundation

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