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Senegal Independence Day Senegal Independence DayApril 4For many years, Senegal was controlled by various European powers, and France gradually began gaining control over the area in the 17th century. On April 4, 1960, Senegal won its independence from France. Today, April 4 is a national holiday celebrated all over the country, but festivities are particularly grand in the capital city of Dakar. CONTACTS: Senegal Tourism Office 350 5th Ave. New York, NY 10118 212-695-9630; fax: 212-695-9658 www.senegal-tourism.com Embassy of Senegal 2112 Wyoming Ave. N.W. Washington, DC 20008 202-234-0540; fax: 202-332-6315 SOURCES: AnnivHol-2000, p. 57 NatlHolWrld-1968, p. 46
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