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Jun 25
It is unclear what you are referring to with the term "arm force revolution council." It is possible that you are referring to a specific organization or group that is involved in armed conflict or revolution. Without more context, it is difficult to provide a specific answer.
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Jun 25
Armed Forces Revolutionary Council (AFRC)
Overview:
- A military junta that ruled Ghana from June 4, 1979, to September 24, 1979.
- Led by Flight Lieutenant Jerry Rawlings.
Formation:
- Emerged after a military uprising led by Rawlings on June 4, 1979, which overthrew the Supreme Military Council (SMC) government of General Fred Akuffo.
- The AFRC was initially formed to carry out a "housecleaning exercise" and restore discipline and accountability within the military.
Mission:
- To purge the government and military of corruption and inefficiency.
- To create a more just and equitable society in Ghana.
- To hold elections and return the country to civilian rule.
Key Actions:
- Executed several former military leaders, including General Akuffo, and conducted public trials of other officials.
- Launched a "National Redemption Campaign" to combat corruption and profiteering.
- Established a National Defense Council (NDC) as the highest governing body.
Overthrow:
- The AFRC was overthrown in a countercoup led by Flight Lieutenant John Jerry Rawlings on September 24, 1979.
- Rawlings established a second military junta, the Provisional National Defense Council (PNDC), which ruled Ghana for over a decade.
Legacy:
- The AFRC's brief rule had a significant impact on Ghana.
- It raised public awareness about corruption and the need for accountability in government.
- Its executions of former officials sparked controversy and remain a subject of debate.
Overview:
- A military junta that ruled Ghana from June 4, 1979, to September 24, 1979.
- Led by Flight Lieutenant Jerry Rawlings.
Formation:
- Emerged after a military uprising led by Rawlings on June 4, 1979, which overthrew the Supreme Military Council (SMC) government of General Fred Akuffo.
- The AFRC was initially formed to carry out a "housecleaning exercise" and restore discipline and accountability within the military.
Mission:
- To purge the government and military of corruption and inefficiency.
- To create a more just and equitable society in Ghana.
- To hold elections and return the country to civilian rule.
Key Actions:
- Executed several former military leaders, including General Akuffo, and conducted public trials of other officials.
- Launched a "National Redemption Campaign" to combat corruption and profiteering.
- Established a National Defense Council (NDC) as the highest governing body.
Overthrow:
- The AFRC was overthrown in a countercoup led by Flight Lieutenant John Jerry Rawlings on September 24, 1979.
- Rawlings established a second military junta, the Provisional National Defense Council (PNDC), which ruled Ghana for over a decade.
Legacy:
- The AFRC's brief rule had a significant impact on Ghana.
- It raised public awareness about corruption and the need for accountability in government.
- Its executions of former officials sparked controversy and remain a subject of debate.
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