RPF Invasion of Rwanda1 October 1990
Leads the RPF invasion from Uganda into Rwanda.
Historical person
Fred Rwigyema Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Fred Rwigyema, based on 4 World History Database records associated with Rwanda.
4 records1990–19904 events2 places
Chronological biography
1990
Rwandan Civil War Begins1 October 1990
The attack begins the Rwandan civil war.
Death of Fred Rwigyema2 October 1990
Is killed shortly after the RPF invasion begins.
RPF Commander Killed2 October 1990
His death creates an immediate leadership crisis in the RPF.
Titles and roles
Major General · RPF Commander
Record provenance
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