"Benin's Colorful Past: Tracing the Path to Independence"

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Today, we will celebrate the Independence of Benin.

The Republic of Benin stands out in the African continent for its colorful past.

In the early modern era, Benin was heavily involved in the West African slave trade.

They would capture men, women, and children from rival peoples and sell them into slavery to European and American buyers.

This decline continued until 1885 when the last slave ship departed the modern Benin Republic for Brazil, which had yet to abolish slavery.

This trade provided a significant source of wealth for the Dahomey kingdom.

In 1946 Dahomey became an overseas territory of France.

During the period of decolonization, the nationalist movement in Dahomey became fragmented, with the emergence of three regionally based political parties—led by Sourou- Migan Apithy, Justin Ahomadégbé and Hubert Maga.

In 1960, the Republic of Dahomey gained independence from France and changed its name to the Republic of Benin 15 years later.

On their Independence Day, we wish for Benin to prosper in food security and financial stability through the right steps.

Happy Independence Day from TIME PRINTER to all Beninese Friends!
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