The U.D.I Flashcards
When was the U.D.I
1965
What does U.D.I stand for ?
Unilateral Declaration of Independence
Who declared the U.D.I
Ian Smith
Why did Ian Smith unilaterally declare independence from Britain?
After tense negotiations with British Prime Minister Harold Wilson
How were major authorities prepared to give independence?
On the Basis of Black Majority rule
Under Ian Smith how many Rhodesians were to enjoy privileges to Black Natives ?
220,000 to 4 million natives
What did Harold Wilson do due to the U.D.I ?
He issued a full range of sanctions
Who was the first black Prime Minister and when was he elected
Abel Muzorewa in June 1979
What was Robert Mugabe elected as and in what year ?
Prime Minister in 1980
When was Ian Smith removed as an MP ?
1987
What role was abolished for an executive president?
Prime Minister
How many parliamentary seats reserved for whites were abolished?
20 seats
