Historical Events tagged with "1987"
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Jean-Bédel Bokassa Sentenced to Death
Jean-Bédel Bokassa, who proclaimed himself emperor of the Central African Republic, was sentenced to death following a trial that highlighted numerous crimes, including murder and embezzlement, committed during his authoritarian regime. The sentence came after a public trial that garnered international attention, as Bokassa's extravagant self-coronation in 1977 had drawn global scrutiny. The trial took place in Bangui, where evidence of his misrule was presented. Bokassa's conviction signified a shift in the nation's governance, aiming to restore justice and democracy.
Continue ReadingInaugural Rugby World Cup Begins
The inaugural Rugby World Cup commenced with New Zealand facing Italy at Eden Park in Auckland. This historic match saw the host nation, New Zealand, claiming a decisive victory against Italy, setting the tone for the tournament. The event was a landmark achievement in international rugby, signaling the sport's growth and popularity worldwide.
Continue ReadingPolice Shooting of Hashimpura Residents
In Meerut, a police operation resulted in the killing of 42 Muslim men from the Hashimpura area. This incident was attributed to rising communal tensions in the region, leading to a brutal crackdown by security forces. Victims were allegedly taken to the outskirts of the city and shot in a retaliatory act following violent clashes between Hindu and Muslim communities. The incident sparked widespread outrage and raised significant questions about police conduct and communal violence in India.
Continue ReadingFijian Coup: Bavadra Ousted by Rabuka
Lieutenant Colonel Sitiveni Rabuka seized control of Fiji's government, ousting Prime Minister Timoci Bavadra. The coup followed mounting tensions over ethnic and political divisions within the island nation. The military intervention was marked by swift action, with Rabuka and his troops effectively taking power within hours.
Continue ReadingSAS Ambush Kills IRA Members in Loughgall
A significant ambush occurred in Loughgall, Northern Ireland, where members of the Special Air Service (SAS) engaged a group of Provisional Irish Republican Army (IRA) volunteers. Eight IRA members were killed alongside a civilian during the encounter. The operation was part of ongoing conflict between British forces and the IRA, aiming to disrupt the IRA’s activities.
Continue ReadingTaiwanese Military Attacks Vietnamese Refugees
On March 7, 1987, Taiwanese military forces conducted an operation in Donggang, Lieyu, Kinmen, resulting in the deaths of 19 unarmed Vietnamese refugees. The refugees were aboard a boat and were attempting to reach Taiwan when they were intercepted. The incident raised significant human rights concerns and drew international attention to Taiwan's treatment of refugees.
Continue ReadingSupernova 1987A Observed in Magnitude
Supernova 1987A, a remarkable astronomical phenomenon, was discovered in the Large Magellanic Cloud, a nearby dwarf galaxy. It was initially spotted by Ian Shelton and Mike W. Guidry on February 23, 1987, when they were observing the supernova using the Las Campanas Observatory in Chile. This event was notable for being one of the closest observed supernovae to Earth in over 400 years, at a distance of approximately 168,000 light years. Supernova 1987A provided valuable insights into stellar evolution and the processes involved in a star's explosive death.
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