It has been suggested that this article be merged into Jean-Bédel Bokassa. (Discuss) Proposed since July 2024. |
House of Bokassa | |
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Country | Central African Empire |
Founded | 4 December 1976 |
Founder | Bokassa I |
Current head | Bokassa II |
Titles | Emperor of Central Africa |
Deposition | 21 September 1979 |
The House of Bokassa is an African former ruling imperial dynasty. Its founder, Jean-Bédel Bokassa, ruled as self-crowned emperor over the territories of the Central African Empire from 4 December 1976 until 21 September 1979, when he was overthrown. His claim to an imperial title had little recognition in the international community.