Joaquim Chissano, Mozambican politician, 2nd President of Mozambique
Joaquim Alberto Chissano (born 22 October 1939) is a politician who served as the second President of Mozambique, from 1986 to 2005. He is credited with transforming the war-torn country of Mozambique into one of the most successful African democracies. After his presidency, Chissano became an elder statesman, envoy and diplomat for both his home country and the United Nations. Chissano also served as Chairperson of the African Union from 2003 to 2004.
1939 Oct, 22
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- 3 Mar
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi
In Bombay, Mohandas Gandhi begins a hunger strike in protest at the autocratic rule in British India. - 1 Apr
Francisco Franco
Spanish Civil War: Generalísimo Francisco Franco of the Spanish State announces the end of the Spanish Civil War, when the last of the Republican forces surrender. - 6 Sep
Nazi Germany
World War II: South Africa declares war on Nazi Germany. - 14 Dec
Soviet Union
Winter War: The Soviet Union is expelled from the League of Nations for invading Finland. - 24 Dec
Pope Pius XII
World War II: Pope Pius XII makes a Christmas Eve appeal for peace.

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