Historical Events tagged with "burkina-faso"
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Thomas Sankara Overthrown and Assassinated
Thomas Sankara, the President of Burkina Faso, was overthrown and killed in a coup d'état led by his former colleague Blaise Compaoré. The coup took place in Ouagadougou, where military forces loyal to Compaoré stormed the presidential residence, resulting in Sankara's assassination. The motives behind the coup included political differences and the desire for power, as Sankara had promoted radical reforms and anti-colonial policies that sometimes alienated his former allies. This pivotal event marked a significant shift in Burkina Faso's political landscape.
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