Detained Leadership Maintains Symbolic Influence
Nkomo remained in detention while supporters continued to view him as a major figure in Rhodesian nationalist politics.
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1972 in Zimbabwe
Explore 2 historical events and records for Zimbabwe in 1972.
Historical records for Zimbabwe in 1972
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Guerrilla War Intensifies
Smith's government faces expanding ZANU and ZAPU guerrilla operations.
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