The Bangladeshi Struggle for Independence: A Legacy of Resilience The Bangladeshi Struggle for Independence: A Legacy of Resilience Chapter 7: The Rise of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and Awami League (1966-1970) I. Introduction A. Brief Biography of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, popularly known by the honorific prefix Bangabandhu (lit. 'Friend of Bengal'), was a Bangladeshi politician, revolutionary, statesman, activist, and diarist. Born on March 17, 1920, in Tungipara, Bengal Presidency, British India, he served as the President of Bangladesh from April 17, 1971, to January 12, 1972, and again from January 25, 1975, until his assassination on August 15, 1975. He also served as the Prime Minister of Bangladesh from January 12, 1972, to January 24, 1975. B. The Formation and Early Years of the Awami League The All Pakistan ...