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John Garang
June 23, 1945 – July 30, 2005
Sudanese politician (1945–2005)
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John Garang De Mabior was a Sudanese politician and revolutionary leader. From 1983 to 2005, he led the Sudan People's Liberation Army/Movement as a commander in chief during the Second Sudanese Civil War. He served as First Vice President of Sudan for three weeks, from the comprehensive peace agreement of 2005 until his death in a helicopter crash on July 30, 2005.
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- Birthday · June 23
- Anniversary · July 30
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