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1978 in Mauritania

Explore 2 historical events and records for Mauritania in 1978.

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Historical records for Mauritania in 1978

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1978

Military Committee

Salek, Mustafa Ould · Head of Military Committee · Government / Government of Mauritania

Appointed Head of the Military Committee for National Recovery

1978

President of Mauritania

Salek, Mustafa Ould · President of Mauritania · Government / Government of Mauritania

Appointed President of Mauritania

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