1972 Republic of the Congo coup d'état attempt
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On February 22, 1972 a faction loyal to Ange Diawara attempted a coup against President Marien Ngouabi.[1] Joachim Yhombi-Opango was instrumental in ending the coup.[1] After more than a year of evading capture Diawara was ambushed and killed by forces loyal to Ngouabi.[2]
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