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  1. History of Burkina Faso

    Aspect of history

    The history of Burkina Faso includes the history of various kingdoms within the country, such as the Mossi kingdoms, as well as the later French colonisation of the territory and its independence as the Republic of Upper Volta in 1960. Wikipedia

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  2. en.wikipedia.org

    The history of Burkina Faso includes the history of various kingdoms within the country, such as the Mossi kingdoms, as well as the later French colonisation of the territory and its independence as the Republic of Upper Volta in 1960. Part of a series on the: Culture of Burkina Faso; History.
  3. britannica.com

    7 days agohistory of Burkina Faso, survey of the important events and people in the history of Burkina Faso.A landlocked country in western Africa, Burkina Faso gained independence from France in 1960 and was originally known as Upper Volta before adopting its current name in 1984.The capital, Ouagadougou, is also the country's largest city and has been the cultural centre of the region since it ...
  4. britannica.com

    2 days agoBurkina Faso is bounded by Mali to the north and west, Niger to the northeast, Benin to the southeast, and Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, and Togo to the south.. Relief, drainage, and soils. Burkina Faso is situated on an extensive plateau, which is slightly inclined toward the south.The lateritic (red, leached, iron-bearing) layer of rock that covers the underlying crystalline rocks is deeply ...
  5. en.wikipedia.org

    Burkina Faso [a] is a landlocked country in West Africa, [6] bordered by Mali to the northwest, Niger to the northeast, Benin to the southeast, Togo and Ghana to the south, and Ivory Coast to the southwest. It covers an area of 274,223 km 2 (105,878 sq mi). In 2021, the country had an estimated population of approximately 23,674,480. [14] Previously called the Republic of Upper Volta (1958 ...
  6. oxfordre.com

    Burkina Faso has a remarkable history owing to repeated dissolution and reunification of its territory. Following the French colonial conquest in 1896, a military territory was established over a large part of what would become Upper Volta. In 1905, the military territory was integrated in the civilian colony of Upper Senegal and Niger with ...
  7. ourhistory.org.uk

    Jul 31, 2024One of the most significant periods in Burkina Faso's history came in 1983, when Captain Thomas Sankara, a charismatic and radical young officer, seized power in a popular coup. Sankara, often called the "Che Guevara of Africa," embarked on an ambitious program of social and economic reforms to transform Burkina Faso into a self-reliant ...
  8. worldofhistorycheatsheet.com

    Jul 9, 2024The history of Burkina Faso is rich and complex, encompassing ancient civilizations, colonial rule, and the establishment of a modern nation-state. Ancient and Medieval Periods Early Inhabitants: The area now known as Burkina Faso has been inhabited for thousands of years, with evidence of human settlements dating back to the Neolithic period ...
  9. historyworld.net

    In the years after independence in 1960, following the dissolution of French west africa, Upper Volta goes through many abrupt changes - including five military coups (in 1966, 1980, 1982, 1983, 1987) and a change in the nation's name, in 1984, to Burkina Faso. The independent nation's first president, Maurice Yaméogo, is noted for his lavish lifestyle in an extremely poor country.
  10. earth-site.co.uk

    May 21, 2024Burkina Faso's history is a complex tapestry of political struggles, social movements, and economic challenges. Understanding this history is crucial in order to comprehend the country's present situation and its potential for future development. From the pre-colonial era of the Mossi Kingdoms to French colonial rule, the struggle for ...

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