Libya's Coup - 1969
Witness History: Archive 2011 - A podcast by BBC World Service
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On 1 September 1969, a military coup in Libya toppled the King and brought to power Colonel Gaddafi - for many Libyans, the only leader they have ever known. In contrast to today's long-drawn out and bloody struggle for power, it was all over very quickly in 1969.Photo: Getty Images
