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Gabon, located in west central Africa, gained its independence from France on August 17, 1960. Prior to that, it was one of the four territories of French Equatorial Africa, which was a federation that lasted until 1959. The following year, all four territories became independent on Aug. 17, 1960. These territories included Gabon, Middle Congo (Republic of the Congo), Oubangui-Chari (Central African Republic) and Chad.
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What decade did most African countries gain their independence and how did they gain it?
The 60sExamples:Ghana· Independence from Britain in 1957Kenya· Independence from Britain in 1963Zaire/Congo· Independence from Belgium in 1960Algeria· Independence from France in 1962
When did Burundi gain its independence?
In 1962, Burundi gained independence
What country in West Central Africa received its independence from France in 1960?
There were 17 sub-Saharan African countries to gain their independence from France in 1960. Many of these were from the west central part of the continent, including Cameroon, Togo, Benin, Niger, Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, Republic of Congo, Gabon, Mali, Senegal, Nigeria, and Mauritania.
When did Madagascar gain its independence?
Madagascar gained its independence on June 26, 1960.
How do the reasons behind the independence movements in Africa and India compare?
Answer this question… Both were based on the struggle of native peoples to gain independence from European colonialism.
