During the rule of François “Papa Doc” Duvalier in Haiti, a group known as the Tontons Macoutes enforced the regime’s authority. Members often wore black sunglasses even after dark and black hoods, creating a distinctive appearance. They acted as a private security force that operated outside official police structures. The regime believed its power grew when it no longer relied on open violence. This parapolitical force helped the government maintain control through intimidation.