Senegal: France finally acknowledges Thiaroye massacre

Update: 2024-12-13

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In December 1944, Senegalese troops who fought for France in World War II were killed for demanding the pay and dignity they were promised.

The Thiaroye Massacre, long shrouded in silence, is now officially acknowledged by France, shedding light on a dark chapter of colonial history and its lasting impact on Senegal and beyond.

BBC Africa Daily’s Alan Kasujja spoke to Mamadou Faye, based in BBC’s Dakar bureau, about the massacre, the historical context behind the killings and the lasting impact this tragic event has had on Senegal.

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Senegal: France finally acknowledges Thiaroye massacre

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Senegal: France finally acknowledges Thiaroye massacre

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Senegal: France finally acknowledges Thiaroye massacre