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12 Britons on their knees

Mohamed Amin1975

Mohamed Amin Foundation

Mohamed Amin Foundation
Nairobi, Kenya

Uganda’s President Idi Amin Dada watches as 12 Britons on their knees with raised hands take an oath to serve Idi’s armed forces. They are all ex-British Army officials who are now serving in Idi Amin’s army in Uganda. Kenya's renowned photojournalist Mohamed Amin, also known as 'Six Camera Mo' captured some of Africa's defining moments.

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  • Title: 12 Britons on their knees
  • Creator: Mohamed Amin
  • Date Created: 1975
  • Location Created: Kampala, Uganda
  • Type: Photograph
  • Rights: Mohamed Amin / Camerapix
Mohamed Amin Foundation

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