Always Has Been: Chapter 1: The 1980 Seychelles Rugby Team Coup Attempt

In 1980, Seychelles faced an unusual coup attempt by mercenaries disguised as an amateur South African rugby team. Their plan to overthrow the government unraveled when a security guard at Seychelles International Airport discovered hidden weapons inside a cricket bat. The group's cover was blown, leading to a comical shoot-out before they hijacked an Air India plane and retreated back to South Africa. This farcical event remains a notable incident in Seychelles' history.