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1962 in Sierra Leone

Explore 2 historical events and records for Sierra Leone in 1962.

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Historical records for Sierra Leone in 1962

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May

5 May 1962

Governor-General Appointed

Lightfoot, Henry Josiah · Freetown · Governor-General of Sierra Leone · Government / Sierra Leone Monarchy

Becomes the first Sierra Leonean Governor-General

July

7 July 1962

Head of State Representative

Lightfoot, Henry Josiah · Freetown · Governor-General of Sierra Leone · Government / Sierra Leone Monarchy

Assumes the full governor-general role after succeeding Maurice Dorman

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