Ian Smith Quotes

A collection of quotes by Ian Smith.

Ian Smith was a prominent figure in Zimbabwean politics, serving as the country's Prime Minister from 1964 to 1979. Born on April 8, 1919, in Selukwe, Southern Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe), Smith played a crucial role in the Unilateral Declaration of Independence from Britain in 1965. He pursued a policy of minority rule, leading to international isolation and economic sanctions against Rhodesia. Smith's government eventually succumbed to pressure, and in 1980, Zimbabwe gained independence under majority rule. Ian Smith passed away on November 20, 2007, leaving behind a controversial legacy in the history of Zimbabwe.