Historical Events tagged with "military takeover"

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Military & Warfare

Bob Denard's Mercenary Coup in Comoros

September 28th, 1995 29 years ago

Bob Denard, the infamous French mercenary, led a group of mercenaries in a coup to seize control of the Comoros islands. This takeover involved the capture of government buildings and the detention of its leaders. Denard's motivations were rooted in personal ambition and past political rivalries. He aimed to restore an exiled leader, influencing the region's political landscape amidst ongoing instability. The coup was swift and marked by military precision.

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