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1970 in Zimbabwe

Explore 2 historical events and records for Zimbabwe in 1970.

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Historical records for Zimbabwe in 1970

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March

2 March 1970

Appointment as President of Rhodesia

Dupont, Clifford · Salisbury · President of Rhodesia · Government / Government of Zimbabwe

Dupont becomes the first President of the Republic of Rhodesia.

2 March 1970

Republic of Rhodesia Proclaimed

Smith, Ian Douglas · Salisbury · Prime Minister of Rhodesia · Government / Government of Zimbabwe

Smith's government proclaims Rhodesia a republic outside the Commonwealth.

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