Hour of Independence (11 Issues)

New York: Ambassade de France, Service de Presse et d'Information, 1960. Slipcased. 11 separate volumes, 1 each for 11 different African countries; each grey, stapled wraps with white image of the African continent, the flag of the representative country, and black lettering. 8 volumes have 32 pp.; 2 volumes have 28 pp.; 1 volume has 34 pp. All volumes contain bw/duotone illustrations throughout. Back covers highlight interesting views of the country's architecture and native art work. Housed in a double, grey board slipcase with gilt spine lettering. All NF; Slipcase inner sleeve VG; outer sleeve secure but with bumps/small tear at rear head/tail and with grey layer coming loose at top back edge. Item #150305

A very unique set of booklets about 11 African republics at the time of their independence from France and their admission into the United Nations. Nine booklets were published in 1960 and two in 1961. Each booklet follows the same format of contents: a general introduction to the country, Highlights of History, The Land, The People, Education, Public Health and Social Welfare, The Economy (Transportation, Forestry, Agriculture, Mining, Power, Industry, Foreign Trade). Most include a photo of the new President/Prime Minister of the country, with his bio (no women in this lot!). Informational maps and charts included. Most have photos of official photos of document signings between the new republics and the French government. Countries included in this set are The Gabon Republic, The Malagasy Republic, The Central African Republic, The Republic of Dahomey, The Republic of the Ivory Coast, The Islamic Republic of Mauretania, The Republic of Upper Volta, The Republic of Niger, The Republic of Senegal, The Republic of the Congo/Brazzaville, and The Republic of Chad. There will be a quiz on what these countries' current names are. A historical and probably propagandic but interesting set.

Price: $125.00

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