Sudanese President Nimeiry Ousted in Coup by Abdel Rahman Swar al-Dahab, April 6, 1985
Sudanese President Gaafar Nimeiry is ousted from power in a coup d'état led by Field Marshal Abdel Rahman Swar al-Dahab.
Date: April 6, 1985
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