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Thomas Sankara Comes to Power in Upper Volta Coup — August 4, 1983

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What was the name of the book written by Jean-Baptiste Ouédraogo, in which he gave his version of the events surrounding the 1983 coup that removed him from power?

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What was the main reason for the creation of the Conseil National de la Revolution, the new governing body established by Thomas Sankara after the 1983 coup?

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What was the outcome of Jean-Baptiste Ouédraogo's attempt to purge his government of pro-Libyan and anti-French elements in May 1983?

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What was the role of Blaise Compaoré in the events leading up to the 1983 coup?

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What was the result of the meeting between Thomas Sankara and Jean-Baptiste Ouédraogo on August 4, 1983?

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Thomas Sankara Comes to Power in Upper Volta Coup — August 4, 1983

On August 4, 1983, paratroopers loyal to Blaise Compaoré marched on Ouagadougou and removed Upper Volta's president, opening the door for Thomas Sankara.

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