1955, 22 August
Following over 1,000 deaths in Morocco, the French authorities open peace negotiations with nationalists.
1972, 22 August
The International Olympics Committee finally removes Rhodesia from the list of competitors.
1978, 22 August
Kenyan President Jomo Kenyatta (born Kamau Johnstone on 20 October 1891) dies in office. He is succeeded by his vice-president Daniel Toroitich arap Moi.
