1987 Republic of the Congo coup attempt

From July to September 1987 forces loyal to Denis Sassou Nguesso defeated Kouyous [fr] forces which attempted to overthrow his regime. Pierre Anga, one of the coup leaders, fled to Owando where he was killed on September 6, 1987 ending the coup.[1]

1987 Republic of the Congo coup d'état attempt
DateJuly - September 1987
Location
Result

Coup fails

Belligerents
Republic of the Congo Government of Republic of the Congo Army faction

References

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  1. ^ Clark, John Frank; Samuel Decalo (2012). Historical Dictionary of Republic of the Congo (Fourth Edition). Scarecrow Press. p. 122. ISBN 978-0-8108-4919-8.