Sangoulé Lamizana Ousted in Upper Volta Coup by Saye Zerbo November 25, 1980
Sangoulé Lamizana, president of Upper Volta, is ousted from power in a coup d'état led by Colonel Saye Zerbo.
Date: November 25, 1980
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