Want to know what happened Today in History Africa: 2 March? These are 2 historical events that took place today, in the continent of Africa and the African diaspora.
The continent of Africa has an immensely rich history; hidden African history is becoming more accessible as it is finally coming to light. African history, people, culture and books have influenced and inspired the world for time immemorial; it is now time for Africa to shine!
In this post you will learn about the many things that happened today in history in Africa and in the African diaspora like when Morocco gained its independence from France.
After reading this post you will know tons of facts about Africa in relation to: Moroccan independence 1956, the Battle of Adwa, Italian invasion of Ethiopia, pan-africanism, the Berlin Conference and Ethiopian resistance.
This post is all about what happened Today in History Africa 2 March.
Today in History Africa: 2 March
African Holidays
Adwa Victory Day in Ethiopia
Today, 2 March 2023, is Adwa Victory Day in Ethiopia. It is a public holiday celebrated each year on 2 March.
On 1 March 1896, 126 years ago, Ethiopia defeated Italy in Battle of Adwa.
African Historical Events
Independence of Morocco
On this day, 2 March 1956, Morocco gained its independence from France. Morocco became, once again, the “Kingdom of Morocco”.
This post was all about what happened today in history Africa 2 March.
Today in History Africa series:
Previous Day: Today in History Africa: 1 March
Next Day: Today in History Africa: 3 March
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