Modern era · 1895
Franco-Hova Wars
The Franco-Hova Wars, also known as the Franco-Malagasy Wars, were two French military interventions in Madagascar between 1883 and 1896 that overthrew the ruling monarchy of the Merina Kingdom, and resulted in Madagascar becoming a French colony. The term "Hova" referred to a social class within the Merina class structure.
- When
- 1895
- Where
- Madagascar
- Era
- Modern
Topics
Before and after
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