Historical Events tagged with "death sentence"

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Politics & Government

Jean-Bédel Bokassa Sentenced to Death

June 12th, 1987 37 years ago

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.

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Politics & Government

Benigno Aquino Jr. Found Guilty and Sentenced

November 25th, 1977 47 years ago

Benigno Aquino Jr., a prominent politician in the Philippines, was convicted by the Philippine Military Commission No. 2 and sentenced to death by firing squad. The military commission, established under martial law by President Ferdinand Marcos, found Aquino guilty of charges related to subversion and conspiracy. Following his sentencing, Aquino remained imprisoned until his eventual assassination in 1983, which sparked widespread condemnation and protests against the Marcos regime.

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