EPISODE · Jan 15, 2024 · 28 MIN
Season 4 Episode 29: The Fall of the Twelve Hills
from History of Africa · host The History of Africa Podcast
In a betrayal of previous commitments to Madagascar, Britain revoked its recognition of Malagasy sovereignty in a deal with France, in exchange for French recognition of a British protectorate over Zanzibar. Soon after this deal, the French invaded Madagascar, landing troops in Mahajanga and Toamasina. The final war to conquer Madagascar had begun. Support the show
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In a betrayal of previous commitments to Madagascar, Britain revoked its recognition of Malagasy sovereignty in a deal with France, in exchange for French recognition of a British protectorate over Zanzibar. Soon after this deal, the French invaded Madagascar, landing troops in Mahajanga and Toamasina. The final war to conquer Madagascar had begun. Support the show
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Season 4 Episode 29: The Fall of the Twelve Hills
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