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In this episode, we explore a lesser-known chapter of Idi Amin’s life—his time aboard the SS Yoma during World War II. As a kitchen hand, Amin peeled potatoes, cooked meals, and served the crew, but this humble role shaped his understanding of leadership and discipline. Join us as we uncover how Amin’s humor, charisma, and knack for storytelling turned his time in the ship’s kitchen into an essential stepping stone toward his rise to power.
By OtakoIn this episode, we explore a lesser-known chapter of Idi Amin’s life—his time aboard the SS Yoma during World War II. As a kitchen hand, Amin peeled potatoes, cooked meals, and served the crew, but this humble role shaped his understanding of leadership and discipline. Join us as we uncover how Amin’s humor, charisma, and knack for storytelling turned his time in the ship’s kitchen into an essential stepping stone toward his rise to power.