1. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the first President of Bangladesh
On 15th August 1975 On 15 August 1975, a group of junior army officers invaded the presidential residence with tanks and killed Sheikh Mujibur along with his family and staff. This assassination shocked Bangladesh as it was carried out by the President's former confidante` Khondaker Mostaq Ahmad, who eventually became his successor.
Mostaq Ahmad was supported by other disgruntled Awami League colleagues and military officers.
The media accused USA's CIA of having instigated the coup and assassination. Mujib's death caused political instability in the country for several years.
Sheikh Mujibur's daughters Sheikh Hasina and Sheikh Rehana were in Germany when the army officers attacked their house. Hence they were miraculously saved. Sheikh Hasina is now the incumbent Prime Minister of Bangladesh.
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was born on 17th March 1920. He was the President of Bangladesh. He is popularly referred as Sheikh Mujib or Bangabandhu (friend of Bengal).
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was the leader of Awami League. He took over as the President while Bangladesh was struggling with the Bangladesh War of Liberation.
With his charismatic and forceful oratory, Mujib inspired millions across East Pakistan to engage in the struggle for self-determination and independence.
