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Tonton Macoutes
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| Location: | Haiti |
| First appearance | It Takes a Village, Part 1 |
| Known leader: | Duvalier |
| Equipment used: | guns, knives |
Tonton Macoutes (aka "The Boogeymen") are a militia force under the command of Duvalier. They are described by the Haitian as "Murderers. Rapists. Torturers. Monsters in human skins."
History
The Tonton Macoutes attack the Haitian's village and kill two pigs, trying to find the town's leader, Guillame. Ignoring protests, Guillame shows himself to the militiamen and uses his special ability, incapacitating them and causing them to throw up. However, when Guillame's son approaches, Guillame is unable to use his power. A member of the Tonton Macoutes seizes the opportunity and shoots the village's leader.
Notes
- The real life Tonton Macoutes were officially known as Milice de Volontaires de la Sécurité (MVSN).
- The Tonton Macoutes often dressed in militant clothing, wore dark glasses, and carried machetes. They would torture victims as a warning to others. The Tonton Macoutes capitalized on Vodou superstitions, and many Haitians viewed them as demons and zombies.
Trivia
- "Tonton Macoute" literally translates "Uncle Gunnysack", or he who would take away naughty children at Christmas. He is the antithesis to Father Christmas, and is synonymous with "the boogeyman".
See Also
External Links
- Tonton Macoute -- Wikipedia