Chad Independence Day
Chad Independence Day
August 11
On August 11, 1960, Chad became an independent country after struggling against the French since they first claimed Chad as a French territory in the 1890s.
Celebrations of this national holiday—including parades, dancing, and singing—are often moved to January 11 because of the heavy rains in August.
Celebrations of this national holiday—including parades, dancing, and singing—are often moved to January 11 because of the heavy rains in August.
CONTACTS:
Chad Embassy
2002 R St. N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20009
202-462-4009; fax: 202-265-1937
Chad Embassy
2002 R St. N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20009
202-462-4009; fax: 202-265-1937
SOURCES:
AnnivHol-2000, p. 135
NatlHolWrld-1968, p. 15
AnnivHol-2000, p. 135
NatlHolWrld-1968, p. 15
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