Historical eventMarch 141982

1982 bombing of the African National Congress headquarters in London

The South African government bombs the headquarters of the African National Congress in London.

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When
Sunday, March 14 198244 years ago
Category
Historical eventA dated happening — a battle, treaty, launch, discovery, disaster or decision — recorded on this calendar day.
Era
20th century · 1980s
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Dates: From 1982.

What happened

The South African government bombs the headquarters of the African National Congress in London.

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When did 1982 bombing of the African National Congress headquarters in London happen?

March 14 1982 — 44 years ago, on a Sunday.

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