The French Army and its African soldiers the years of decolonization / Ruth Ginio.
| Author/creator | Ginio, Ruth, 1966- |
| Format | Electronic |
| Publication Info | Lincoln, NB : University of Nebraska Press, [2017] |
| Description | xxviii, 250 pages : illustrations, maps ; 24 cm. |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from Ebook Central - Academic Complete |
| Subjects |
| Series | France overseas: studies in empire and decolonization |
| Contents | Historical background: the Army, the empire, and the decolonization of French West Africa -- The aftermath of World War II: frustration, protest, and rebellion -- The military reforms: a new Army in French West Africa? -- African troops in the wars of decolonization: Indochina, 1946-1954 -- African troops in the wars of decolonization: Algeria, 1954-1962 -- Alternatives to independence: the Army's colonial vision in French West Africa -- Adjusting to a new reality: the Army and the imminent independence -- Conclusion. |
| Abstract | "An examination of the role of the French Army in French West Africa and its relations with its African soldiers from the end of World War II to the final demobilization of African troops from the French Army in 1964."--Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (pages 231-237) and index. |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| LCCN | 2016032569 |
| ISBN | 9780803253391 (cloth : alk. paper) |
| ISBN | 9780803299498 (epub) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |