Format:
xxviii, 250 Seiten
,
Illustrationen, Karten
,
24 cm
ISBN:
9780803253391
Series Statement:
France overseas: studies in empire and decolonization
Content:
"An examination of the role of the French Army in French West Africa and its relations with its African soldiers from the end of World War II to the final demobilization of African troops from the French Army in 1964."--Provided by publisher
Content:
Historical background: the Army, the empire, and the decolonization of French West Africa -- The aftermath of World War II: frustration, protest, and rebellion -- The military reforms: a new Army in French West Africa? -- African troops in the wars of decolonization: Indochina, 1946-1954 -- African troops in the wars of decolonization: Algeria, 1954-1962 -- Alternatives to independence: the Army's colonial vision in French West Africa -- Adjusting to a new reality: the Army and the imminent independence -- Conclusion
Note:
Includes bibliographical references (pages 231-237) and index
Additional Edition:
ISBN 9780803299498
Additional Edition:
ISBN 9780803299504
Additional Edition:
ISBN 9780803299511
Language:
English
Keywords:
Frankreich
;
Kolonialarmee
;
Westafrika
;
Geschichte 1940-1970
;
Frankreich
;
Militär
;
Afrikaner
;
Soldat
;
Geschichte 1950-1965
;
Geschichte
;
Historische Darstellung
;
Historische Darstellung
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