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1960 in Senegal

Explore 2 historical events and records for Senegal in 1960.

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Historical records for Senegal in 1960

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September

6 September 1960

Head of State Role

Senghor, Leopold Sedar · Dakar · Head of State · Government / Republic of Senegal

Senghor assumes the head of state role after independence

6 September 1960

President Takes Office

Senghor, Leopold Sedar · Dakar · President of Senegal · Government / Republic of Senegal

Senghor becomes first President of independent Senegal

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