Republique du Dahomey
Cotonou
Le Grand Marche Ganhi
This vintage postcard is unused.
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Cotonou is the largest city and economic centre of Benin.
The name "Cotonou" means "by the river of death" in the Fon language.
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The Republic of Dahomey was established on December 11, 1958, as a self-governing colony within the French Community. On August 1, 1960, it attained full independence from France. In 1975, the country was renamed Benin.
Cotonou
Le Grand Marche Ganhi
This vintage postcard is unused.
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Cotonou is the largest city and economic centre of Benin.
The name "Cotonou" means "by the river of death" in the Fon language.
- - -
The Republic of Dahomey was established on December 11, 1958, as a self-governing colony within the French Community. On August 1, 1960, it attained full independence from France. In 1975, the country was renamed Benin.
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