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1959 in Libya

Explore 1 historical events and records for Libya in 1959.

Historical records for Libya in 1959

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Commercial Oil Discovery

al-Senussi, Muhammad Idris · Zelten · Government / Government of Libya

Major commercial oil discoveries begin transforming Libya's public finances and foreign relations.

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