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Place in Grand Gedeh County, Liberia From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Tuzon is a small town in south-eastern Liberia, situated in Grand Gedeh County. It is located twelve miles north of Zwedru, the county seat.[1] Tuzon is a stronghold of the Krahn people.
Tuzon | |
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Coordinates: 6°10′25″N 8°15′0″W | |
Country | Liberia |
County | Grand Gedeh County |
District | Tchien District |
Climate | Am |
It is mainly known as the birthplace of former President Samuel Doe, the country's 21st president.[1][2]
In 1990 during the Liberian Civil War, Tuzon was ravaged by the rebel army of Charles Taylor, who seven years later became president. Local residents fled to Côte d'Ivoire.[1]
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