PREMIUM Secrets of 1982 coup attempt: How last-minute act saved army heroes News Just now Listen
The two decorated ex-soldiers joked about the fateful day’s events during a telephone conversation on Saturday, July 25, this year, a week before the 44th anniversary of the August 1, 1982, attempted coup by rebel Kenya Air Force soldiers.
PREMIUM From Nanyuki to Nairobi: How loyal officers defeated 1982 coup attempt That night, repeated calls to the Kenya Air Force communications team at Eastleigh's Moi Air Base went unanswered.“A special investigation board was set up two days after the attempted coup was crushed to vet the Air Force and establish those who plotted the rebellion,” said Wanambisi, noting that it was based at Eastleigh Air Base.
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