1. Home
  2. Education
  3. African History

This Day in African History: 5 August

A chronicle of events in African history on this day

By , About.com Guide

1976, 5 August
Former South African Student's Organisation official, Mapetla Mohapi, dies in custody.

1990, 5 August
US marines are sent into Liberia to rescue US citizens from the growing civil war.

<Previous Day> <August> <Next Day>
This Day in African History

Explore African History

About.com Special Features

A Smarter Future

Tips that will help finance your education, excel in the classroom, and advance your career. More >

How to Ace the GRE

Being well prepared is the first step; here are more essential suggestions. More >

  1. Home
  2. Education
  3. African History
  4. Timelines
  5. This Day in African History
  6. August
  7. This Day in African History: August 05>

©2009 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company.

All rights reserved.