What is another word for Ian Smith?
Pronunciation: [ˈiːən smˈɪθ] (IPA) 
Ian Smith was a controversial prime minister of Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe) from 1964 to 1979. In history, he has been likened to oppressive leaders such as P.W. Botha and Idi Amin. Some people may refer to him as Ian Douglas Smith or simply Smith. However, as his legacy is tied to the apartheid regime, phrases such as "white supremacist" or "racist politician" are common synonyms for his name. Others may refer to him as a "segregationist" or "colonialist", with his policies paving the way for the Black African independence movements that occurred in the 1980s. Regardless of how Ian Smith is referred to, his rule remains a contentious issue in African history.
