The Biafra-Nigeria war, also known as the Nigerian Civil War, began when the eastern section of Nigeria seceded and declared itself the Republic of Biafra on May 30, 1967. The collection consists of printed and photocopied articles, reports, etc. relating to the war.

The Biafra-Nigeria war, also known as the Nigerian Civil War, began when the eastern section of Nigeria seceded and declared itself the Republic of Biafra on May 30, 1967; composed mainly of the Ibo people, the new country boasted major oil fields; recognized by few nations, the secessionist state was overwhelmed by Nigerian armed forces by January 12, 1970.

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