The Dictator's Playbook

A look at the methods used by Kim Il Sung to transform North Korea into the most controlled society on Earth.

Saddam Hussein uses techniques and tactics to rise to the leader of Iraq.

Italy is turned into a fascist state due to Il Duce's propaganda and speeches.

Manuel Noriega uses various methods to rise from poverty and become dictator of Panama.

An exploration of the methods and tactics of Generalissimo Francisco Franco, who controlled Spain with absolute power for four decades.

Idi Amin rises to become President of Ugana, building a powerful dictatorship.