When did Cameroon,Togo and Madagascar gained independence?
Cameroon gained independence from France on January 1, 1960, Togo gained independence from France on April 27, 1960, and Madagascar gained independence from France on June 26, 1960.
What type of method did they used in gaining independence?
The methods used in gaining independence from colonial rule varied in each of these countries:
- Cameroon: The independence movement in Cameroon was largely peaceful, with a combination of diplomatic negotiations and peaceful protests leading to independence from France. The country was granted self-governance in 1957 and fully gained independence in 1960.
- Togo: The independence movement in Togo was also relatively peaceful, with a series of strikes, protests, and negotiations leading to independence from France. The country achieved self-governance in 1956 and gained full independence in 1960.
- Madagascar: The independence movement in Madagascar was more contentious, with a protracted armed struggle and widespread civil unrest leading to independence from France. The country's independence movement was led by the nationalist movement known as the Democratic Movement for Malagasy Renewal (MDRM). Madagascar finally gained independence in 1960 after a period of violent conflict and negotiations with the French colonial authorities.