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[12] [14] This strong reaction was probably motivated by Senegal's own security concerns; [13] its pro-Western stance caused tensions with other African states, and it was feared that neighbouring countries might use the Gambia, secessionists in the Casamance region (the region of Senegal south of the Gambian border), or other dissident groups ...
The French pursued a policy of expansion and saw The Gambia as an obstacle. In the late 19th century, they proposed ceding Dabou, Grand Bassam, and Assinie in return for The Gambia. The negotiations broke down but were repeatedly brought up again. After the failed 1981 coup d'état in The Gambia, a Senegambia Confederation was proposed and ...
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The Gambia lies almost entirely within Senegal, surrounded on the north, east and south; from its western coast, Gambia's territory follows the Gambia River more than 300 kilometres (190 mi) inland. Dakar is the capital city of Senegal, located on the Cape Verde Peninsula on the country's Atlantic coast.
The Prince's Flag used in the Dutch colonization in Gambia: 1659–1660: The States Flag used in the Dutch colonization in Gambia: 1684–1695: Flag used by the Royal African Company in Gambia: 1695–1699 1779–1783: Flag used in the French colonization in Gambia: 1713–1779 1783–1801: The Union Jack used in the British colonization in ...
The Gambia, officially the Republic of The Gambia, [9] [a] is a country in West Africa.Geographically, The Gambia is the smallest country in continental Africa; [b] it is surrounded by Senegal on all sides except for the western part, which is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean.
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