CalEvents:Sep/Sep 25
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Notable events for Sep 25
Date
Event
Significance
September 25, 1911
French colonial forces capture Samory Touré
On this day, French colonial forces captured Samory Touré, the resistance leader and founder of the Wassoulou Empire. Touré's capture marked the end of one of the most significant African resistance movements against European colonization in West Africa.
September 25, 1957
Little Rock Nine escorted by federal troops into Central High School
On this day, nine African-American students, known as the Little Rock Nine, were escorted by federal troops into Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas, following violent opposition to school integration. This event became a landmark in the Civil Rights Movement, illustrating the federal government's intervention in the enforcement of desegregation.
September 25, 1977
Steve Biko funeral attended by thousands
On this day, thousands of people attended the funeral of South African anti-apartheid activist Steve Biko. His death in police custody had sparked international outrage and protests, further galvanizing the struggle against apartheid.
September 25, 1991
United Nations imposes an arms embargo on Liberia
On this day, the United Nations imposed an arms embargo on Liberia as a response to the ongoing civil war and the widespread human rights abuses in the country. The arms embargo was part of international efforts to bring peace and stability to the region.
September 25, 1997
Burundi peace talks begin in Tanzania
On this day, peace talks began in Arusha, Tanzania, to address the ongoing civil war in Burundi. The talks aimed to negotiate a ceasefire and pave the way for a more inclusive government, signaling a step toward peace and reconciliation in the conflict-ridden country.
September 25, 2005
Chad and Sudan sign peace agreement
On this day, Chad and Sudan signed a peace agreement aimed at ending cross-border conflict and rebel activity. This agreement was crucial for reducing tensions in the region and improving relations between the two nations, which had been strained by the Darfur conflict.
September 25, 2016
Afro-Colombian activists march for peace in Colombia
On this day, Afro-Colombian communities and activists took part in peace marches supporting the Colombian peace process aimed at ending decades of conflict between the government and rebel groups. The involvement of Afro-Colombian communities highlighted their desire for social justice and inclusion in the peace-building process.