Contemporary era · 1962
1962 Burmese coup d'état
The 1962 Burmese coup d'état marked the beginning of one-party rule in Burma (Myanmar) and the political dominance of the military in Burmese politics. In the 2 March 1962 coup, the military replaced the civilian AFPFL-government headed by Prime Minister U Nu with the Union Revolutionary Council Chaired by General Ne Win.
- When
- 2 Mar 1962
- Where
- Yangon
- Era
- Contemporary
Topics
Before and after
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