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1981 in Libya

Explore 2 historical events and records for Libya in 1981.

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Historical records for Libya in 1981

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August

19 August 1981

First Gulf of Sidra Air Clash

Gaddafi, Muammar · Gulf of Sidra · Leader of the Revolution · Government / Government of Libya

United States aircraft shoot down two Libyan fighters during naval exercises.

December

December 1981

United States Travel Restrictions

Gaddafi, Muammar · Tripoli · Leader of the Revolution · Government / Government of Libya

The United States invalidates passports for travel to Libya amid worsening bilateral relations.

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