Biafra’s surrender ends the Nigerian Civil War
On January 15, 1970, Biafra’s surrender ended the Nigerian Civil War.
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The Event
On January 15, 1970, Biafra’s surrender ended the Nigerian Civil War.
The Wider Campaign
The secessionist government collapsed after a long blockade and a humanitarian disaster that devastated civilians.
A change on the ground
A withdrawal or surrender is a distinct stage from the fighting that preceded it. Local consequences depended on who took control afterward.
Reading the Historical Record
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About the Historical Recreation
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