August 10 History Quiz — 5 Questions

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Marikana Massacre Begins — August 10, 2012

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In which province of South Africa is the Lonmin platinum mine located, where the Marikana massacre occurred?

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What was the main demand of the miners during the wildcat strike at the Lonmin platinum mine?

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What event occurred on August 12, 2012, four days before the Marikana massacre?

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What was the role of the National Union of Mineworkers during the wildcat strike at the Lonmin platinum mine?

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What was the outcome of the commission of inquiry established by President Jacob Zuma to investigate the Marikana massacre?

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Marikana Massacre Begins — August 10, 2012

The Marikana massacre began near Rustenburg, South Africa, as a six-week wildcat strike at the Lonmin platinum mine on August 10, 2012, resulting in the deaths of 34 people on August 16, 2012.

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