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1982 in Lebanon
Explore 7 historical events and records for Lebanon in 1982.
Historical records for Lebanon in 1982
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May
June
Israeli Invasion of Lebanon
Israel launches a large-scale invasion of Lebanon during the final months of Elias Sarkis's presidency, advancing northward and intensifying the military and political crisis surrounding Beirut.
August
Election of Beshir Gemayel
The Lebanese parliament elects Beshir Gemayel to the presidency during the Israeli invasion, but he is assassinated before he can take the constitutional oath and assume office.
September
Assassination of Beshir Gemayel
Killed in a bomb explosion at his party HQ in Beirut
Death of Beshir Gemayel
Death of Beshir Gemayel, assassinated
President of Lebanon
Appointed President of the Lebanon after the death of his brother
Inauguration of Amin Gemayel
Amin Gemayel takes the constitutional oath as President of Lebanon after the assassination of his brother Beshir and begins his term amid foreign military deployments and continuing civil conflict.
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