Prime Minister of Autonomous Congo
Becomes prime minister as Middle Congo gains autonomy within the French Community.
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Fulbert Youlou Biography and Timeline
Follow Fulbert Youlou through 5 dated historical records for Republic of the Congo.
Fulbert Youlou, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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1958–1963Years on this page
1958
1960
Republic of Congo Independence
Proclaims the Republic of the Congo independent from France and becomes head of the new state.
1961
First Presidential Election
Wins the country's first presidential election after independence and consolidates executive authority.
1963
Trade Union General Strike
Faces a general strike that develops into the Trois Glorieuses uprising against his government.
Resignation after Trois Glorieuses
Resigns after three days of demonstrations and strikes bring down his government.
Records, sources and methodology
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