Uganda- Tanzania War (oct 9, 1978 – jun 3, 1979)
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Geography: Uganda and Tanzania
Warring Factions: Libya, Uganda, Palestine Liberation Organization; additional support from Pakistan and Saudi Arabia vs. Tanzania, Uganda National Liberation Front, Mozambique; additional support from Zambia, Angola, Ethiopia, and Algeria
Duration:9 October 1978-3 June 1979; 7 months, 3 weeks and 4 days
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Description: War fought between Tanzania and Uganda leading to the overthrow of Ugandan President Idi Amin. Ugandan forces were supported by Libyan and Palestinian forces.
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