Anti-Pass Campaign Announced16 March 1960
Announces that the PAC will begin its anti-pass campaign.
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Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe, based on 10 World History Database records associated with South Africa.
10 records1960–196010 events2 places
Chronological biography
1960
PAC Campaign Declaration16 March 1960
Calls for disciplined nonviolent protest against compulsory passes.
Anti-Pass Circular18 March 1960
Authorises instructions for the 21 March campaign.
PAC Mobilisation Order18 March 1960
Urges supporters to leave passes at home and surrender peacefully.
Anti-Pass Arrest21 March 1960
Seeks arrest as part of the PAC anti-pass campaign.
Orlando Surrender21 March 1960
Presents himself at Orlando police station without a pass.
Incitement Charge23 March 1960
Is charged with incitement following the anti-pass campaign.
PAC Leadership Prosecution23 March 1960
Faces prosecution with other PAC leaders after Sharpeville.
Anti-Pass Campaign Conviction4 May 1960
Refuses to accept the apartheid court's moral legitimacy.
Three Year Sentence4 May 1960
Is sentenced to three years imprisonment for incitement.
Titles and roles
PAC President
Record provenance
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