Timeline of Sudan

Chronology

27 events spanning the history of Sudan. BCE/CE dating.

1. 1820

   Sudan is conquered by Turkey and Egypt.

   Sudan is conquered by Turkey and Egypt.

2. 1881

   Revolt against the Turco-Egyptian administration.

   Revolt against the Turco-Egyptian administration.

3. 1882

   The British invade Sudan.

   The British invade Sudan.

4. 1899 – 1955

   Sudan is governed by British-Egyptian rule.

   Sudan is governed by British-Egyptian rule.

5. 1955

   Revolt and start of the civil war.

   Revolt and start of the civil war.

6. 1956

   Sudan becomes independent.

   Sudan becomes independent.

7. 1958

   A military coup takes place in Sudan.

   A military coup takes place in Sudan. The civilian government is removed.

8. 1962

   Civil war breaks out in south Sudan

   Civil war begins in the south, led by the Anya Nya movement.

9. 1964

   The “October Revolution”

   The “October Revolution” overthrows Abbud and a national government is established.

10. 1969

    New military coup placing Jaafar Numeiri at power.

    New military coup placing Jaafar Numeiri at power.