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1958 in Laos

Explore 2 historical events and records for Laos in 1958.

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Historical records for Laos in 1958

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May

4 May 1958

Election Victory

Ratanavongsa, Souphanouvong · Vientiane · Pathet Lao leader · Politics / Pathet Lao

Wins a seat in supplementary elections that strengthen the Pathet Lao legal front

August

18 August 1958

Prime Minister

Sananikone, Phoui · Vientiane · Prime Minister of Laos · Government / Government of Laos

Becomes prime minister after the fall of Souvanna Phouma coalition

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