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1977 in Republic of the Congo

Explore 3 historical events and records for Republic of the Congo in 1977.

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Historical records for Republic of the Congo in 1977

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March

18 March 1977

Assassination of Marien Ngouabi

Ngouabi, Marien · Brazzaville · President of Congo · Government / Government of the Congo

Is assassinated during a period of acute political tension and military intrigue.

25 March 1977

Execution after Ngouabi Assassination

Massamba-Debat, Alphonse · Brazzaville · Former President of Congo · Government / Government of the Congo

Is executed after being accused of involvement in the conspiracy that killed President Ngouabi.

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1977

Appointment as Head of State

Yhombi-Opango, Joachim · Brazzaville · Head of State · Government / Government of the Congo

Becomes head of state after the military committee takes control following Ngouabi's assassination.

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