Cold War and Decolonization in Guinea, 1946-1958 |
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Author:
| Schmidt, Elizabeth |
Series title: | Western African Studies |
ISBN: | 978-0-8214-1764-5 |
Publication Date: | Sep 2007 |
Publisher: | Ohio University Press
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Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | USD $36.95 |
Book Description:
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In September 1958, Guinea claimed its independence, rejecting a constitution that would have relegated it to junior partnership in the French Community. In all the French empire, Guinea was the only territory to vote "No."
In September 1958, Guinea claimed its independence, rejecting a constitution that would have relegated it to junior partnership in the French Community. In all the French empire, Guinea was the only territory to vote "No."