Azanian People's Liberation Army

The Azanian People's Liberation Army (APLA) was the military wing of the Pan Africanist Congress. It was originally called Poqo.

Related Topics:
Pan Africanist Congress - Poqo

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In the 1990-1994 period it became infamous for its attacks on civilians (see Saint James' Church Massacre and Heidelberg Tavern Massacre) despite the negotiations progress (see Convention for a Democratic South Africa).

Related Topics:
1990 - 1994 - Saint James' Church Massacre - Heidelberg Tavern Massacre - Convention for a Democratic South Africa

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In 1994, APLA was absorbed into the new South African National Defence Force.

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