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1983 in Zimbabwe

Explore 3 historical events and records for Zimbabwe in 1983.

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Historical records for Zimbabwe in 1983

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January

January 1983

Fifth Brigade Deployed

Mugabe, Robert Gabriel · Matabeleland · Prime Minister of Zimbabwe · Government / Government of Zimbabwe

The government deploys the Fifth Brigade during the Gukurahundi campaign.

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1983

Flight into Exile

Mugabe, Robert Gabriel · Botswana · Prime Minister of Zimbabwe · Government / Government of Zimbabwe

Nkomo leaves Zimbabwe after security forces search for him during the political conflict.

1983

Matabeleland Violence Escalates

Nkomo, Joshua · Matabeleland · Warfare / Civil War

Security operations against alleged dissidents caused grave civilian suffering in areas associated with ZAPU political support.

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