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Name: Franco-Moroccan War

Type: Event

Start: 1844 AD

End: 1844 AD

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Was a war between France and Morocco which was indirectly caused by the French conquest of Algeria.

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  • August 1844: In 1844, the French military, led by Duquesne and Bouet, took control of Mogador island, located in present-day Morocco. The occupation was part of France's efforts to expand its influence in North Africa during the 19th century.
  • September 1844: In 1844, the French forces, led by General Bugeaud, evacuated Mogador (now Essaouira) after signing the Treaty of Tangiers with Sultan Abd al-Rahman of the Sultanate of Morocco. This marked the end of French occupation in the region.
  • August 1844: In 1844, French troops led by General Bugeaud successfully invaded Mogador, a city in present-day Morocco. The military occupation was part of France's efforts to expand its colonial empire in North Africa. The 600 troops were able to enter the harbour and city of Mogador, establishing French control over the territory.

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