The Decolonization of Africa, 1945–1994 · THE MAP IN 1985

Map of Africa in 1985

States of emergency · decolonization

Africa in 1985: States of emergency. The map shows who held what: Independent Africa, Independent before 1945, Settler-minority rule.

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Map of Africa in 1985 (decolonization): States of emergency. Colours show Independent Africa, Independent before 1945, Settler-minority rule. — 1985 · THE DECOLONIZATION OF AFRICA, 1945–1994

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