Sylvanus Olympio
Sylvanus Olympio was Togo's first President and a significant figure in the country's early post-colonial history, serving from 1961 until his assassination in a coup in 1963. His leadership was characterized by efforts to modernize Togo and assert its sovereignty, but his overthrow marked a shift towards military rule in the country.
Born on Sep 06, 1902 (123 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ghana | 1 | 5.00 | 0.40% | +0% | 31,072,945 | 123,797 | $67,000 | 267$ |
| Totals | 1 | 31,072,945 | 123,797 | $67,000 | 267$ |
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Ghana:
President Sylvanus Olympio was overthrown and killed in the 1963 coup in Togo.
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Ghana:
Sylvanus Olympio was overthrown in Togo's first coup on January 13, 1963.
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