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No. Saddam Hussein was Sunni, which did not endear him to the Shiites in Iraq or to the Shiite leadership in Iran. However, there were a large number of Shiites in the Iraqi Army under Saddam Hussein who gave their lives in loyalty to their country (even against Iran).
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Did Shiites support Saddam Hussein?
No. Saddam Hussein was Sunni, which did not endear him to the Shiites in Iraq or to the Shiite leadership in Iran. However, there were a large number of Shiites in the Iraqi Army under Saddam Hussein who gave their lives in loyalty to their country (even against Iran).
Were the Shiites in Iraq Saddam Hussein's strongest supporters?
NO. Saddam Hussein, as a Sunni Muslim, derived most of his support from fellow Sunni Muslims. The Shiite majority of Iraq was vehemently opposed to Saddam Hussein and, as a result, he engaged in many repressive campaigns against them. Most notably, the Massacre of Shiites at Dujail was the only such repression for which Saddam Hussein was tried prior to his execution in 2006.
Did the Shiites have their religious freedom restricted by Saddam Hussein's regime?
YES. Saddam Hussein, as a Sunni Muslim, derived most of his support from fellow Sunni Muslims. The Shiite majority of Iraq was vehemently opposed to Saddam Hussein and, as a result, he engaged in many repressive campaigns against them. Most notably, the Massacre of Shiites at Dujail was the only such repression for which Saddam Hussein was tried prior to his execution in 2006.
Is Saddam Hussein single?
No, Saddam Hussein is not single.
What is the birth name of Saddam Hussein?
Saddam Hussein's birth name is Saddam Hussein Abd al-Majid al-Tikriti.
Does Saddam Hussein have children?
Yes, Saddam Hussein has 5 kids.
Was Saddam Hussein President of Afghanistan?
No, Saddam Hussein was the President of Iraq.
Does Saddam Hussein have kids?
Yes, Saddam Hussein has 5 kids.
How many kids does Saddam Hussein have?
Saddam Hussein has 5 children
Who controlled the Iraqi government under Hussein?
Which "Hussein"? If you are referring to Saddam, Hussein is not his last name, but his father's name. (He is called Saddam Hussein as a shorthand for Saddam son of Hussein.) When Saddam was in power, he controlled every facet of the government.
What actors and actresses appeared in Uncle Saddam - 2000?
The cast of Uncle Saddam - 2000 includes: Saddam Hussein as himself Uday Hussein as Himself (eldest son of Saddam Hussein) Qusay Hussein as Himself (youngest son of Saddam Hussein) Wallace Langham as Narrator
What is Saddam Hussein's birthday?
Saddam Hussein was born on April 28, 1937.
