Their words

“I solemnly proclaim the independence of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania.”

Source: Proclamation of independence, Nouakchott, midnight, 28 November 1960

Context Before French Prime Minister Michel Debré and African heads of state, ending French rule under agreements approved by the parliaments of both countries.

Moktar Ould DaddahMauritania · 1924–2003

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