war of independence

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In his first speech in Algiers, Leo paid tribute to victims of the country's 1954-1962 war of independence from France and called for "forgiveness".

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

Before meeting with President Abdelmadjid Tebboune and addressing authorities and diplomats, the pope will pay tribute to the victims of Algeria's 1954-1962 war of independence against France at the Martyrs Memorial overlooking the city.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

The U.S. has long played a major role in Cuban history, from its involvement in the island’s war of independence from Spain to the heavy hand of American companies in Cuba’s sugar industry.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

Born in 1991 after a war of independence against former dictator General Siad Barre, it has grappled with decades of isolation ever since.

From BBC • Dec. 26, 2025

If ever God shall give us grace to be able to undertake a war of independence, no one but me shall command the army.

From A Short History of Italy (476-1900) by Sedgwick, Henry Dwight