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1961 in Syria

Explore 4 historical events and records for Syria in 1961.

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Historical records for Syria in 1961

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1961

Coup

Kudsi, Nazim al · President of Syria · Government / Government of Syria

The pro-Nasser leaders are overthrown & Syria leaves the UAR

1961

Coup

Kudsi, Nazim al · President of Syria · Revolution / Revolution of Syria

The pro-Nasser leaders are overthrown & Syria leaves the UAR

1961

President of Syria

Kudsi, Nazim al · President of Syria · Government / Government of Syria

Appointed President of Syria

1961

UAR

Kudsi, Nazim al · President of Syria · Government / Government of Syria

The pro-Nasser leaders are overthrown & Syria leaves the UAR

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