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1971 in Syria

Explore 4 historical events and records for Syria in 1971.

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Historical records for Syria in 1971

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September

September 1971

Federation of Arab Republics

Assad, Hafez al- · President of Syria · Government / Government of Syria

Referenda in Egypt, Libya & Syria approve Federation of Arab Republics

November

13 November 1971

Coup

Assad, Hafez al- · President of Syria · Revolution / Revolution of Syria

Comes to power following a bloodless coup

Other events (month unknown)

1971

President of Syria

Assad, Hafez al- · President of Syria · Government / Government of Syria

Appointed President of Syria, 1st term

1971

President of Syria

Assad, Hafez al- · President of Syria · Government / Government of Syria

Appointed President of Syria

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