Historical Events tagged with "political control"
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German Troops Occupy and Annex Austria
German troops crossed into Austria, marking the Anschluss, a unification driven by nationalist sentiments under Adolf Hitler. Anti-Anschluss sentiments in Austria and international reactions were minimal. The event was quickly followed by the establishment of Nazi control over the country, which included the disbandment of Austrian political parties and the integration of Austrian military into Germany. This move sparked various responses globally, primarily in Britain and France.
Continue ReadingFort-Lamy Established by Émile Gentil
Émile Gentil established Fort-Lamy in Chad in 1900 to reinforce French presence in Central Africa. This strategic military post was named after General Paul Lamy. Located near the confluence of the Chari and Logone rivers, Fort-Lamy aimed to facilitate French control over trade and regional politics in the area, countering rival interests.
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