First Sudanese Civil War

August 18, 1955 – March 27, 1972 · South Sudan

Southern Sudanese rebels fought the government in Khartoum for more autonomy. The Addis Ababa Agreement ended the war and gave the south self-rule.

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Sudan Defence Force

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Strength and losses

Killed
c. 100,000

Before and after

Ended by
Addis Ababa Agreement (1972) February 27, 1972

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