June 1960Independence of KatangaPatrice Lumumba
Lumumbas rule is marked by political disruption when the province of Katanga declares independence under Tshombe with Belgian support
Historical records for Zaire in 1960, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
Lumumbas rule is marked by political disruption when the province of Katanga declares independence under Tshombe with Belgian support
Lumumbas rule is marked by political disruption when the province of Katanga declares independence under Tshombe with Belgian support
Lumumbas rule is marked by political disruption when the province of Katanga declares independence under Mouse Tshombe with Belgian support
Lumumba is placed under informal house arrest at the Prime Minister's residence, United Nations troops are positioned around the house to protect him. A coup endorsed by the CIA and organized by Colonel Joseph Mobutu removes Lumumba from office
A coup endorsed by the CIA and organized by Colonel Joseph Mobutu removes Lumumba from office
Prime Minister Lumumba is dismissed from Government by President Joseph Kasa-Vubu, an act of dubious legality
Prime Minister Lumumba is dismissed from Government by President Joseph Kasa-Vubu, an act of dubious legality
Appointed President of Katanga province & declares its independence
Raises opposition by attempting to prevent Katangas attempt to secede
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