Half the population of Burkina Faso, or "land of the honest people," claims descent from the Mossi warriors who ruled over one of the most powerful empires in West Africa from the 11th to the 19th century. The landlocked country, desert in the north and savanna in the center and south, is home to 63 ethnic groups. Formerly known as Upper Volta, the French colony gained independence in 1960. It's mostly agricultural economy has been hurt by droughts and political instability. Parks protect the largest elephant population in West Africa and other wildlife.
By the 19th century, Mossi power seems to have declined, and when the first known European incursions occurred, late in the 19th century, internal dissensions made the Mossi prey to the invaders. A French lieutenant, Voulet, was sent with an infantry column to subjugate the territory in 1896. Ouagadougou fell to Voulet in September of that year. The Mossi accepted French domination as a form of protection from their hostile neighbors.
After achieving independence from France in 1960, repeated military coups during the 1970s and 1980s were followed by multiparty elections in the early 1990s. Burkina Faso's high population density and limited natural resources result in poor economic prospects for the majority of its citizens.
The Burkina Faso flag was adopted on August 4, 1984, In August 1984 there was a coup, and the country's name was changed from Upper Volta to Burkina Faso and the new to Burkina Faso flag was adopted. Burkina Faso roughly translates into "The land of honorable men."
These red, green and yellow hues are well known pan-African hues and speak of the break of the nation with its pilgrim past. The hues likewise show the nation's solidarity with other African ex-states. The red shading is said to speak of their upheaval. The green is to demonstrate the plenitude of the national wealth. The yellow star was the controlling light of their upset.
Burkina Faso stays a standout amongst the most stable nations in the region, in spite of the fact that thunderings of discontent proceed. The Flag Company Inc had some expertise in banner outlines offered an extraordinary version of decals and banners to retain the historical backdrop of Burkina Faso banner for the future eras.
By the 19th century, Mossi power seems to have declined, and when the first known European incursions occurred, late in the 19th century, internal dissensions made the Mossi prey to the invaders. A French lieutenant, Voulet, was sent with an infantry column to subjugate the territory in 1896. Ouagadougou fell to Voulet in September of that year. The Mossi accepted French domination as a form of protection from their hostile neighbors.
After achieving independence from France in 1960, repeated military coups during the 1970s and 1980s were followed by multiparty elections in the early 1990s. Burkina Faso's high population density and limited natural resources result in poor economic prospects for the majority of its citizens.
The Burkina Faso flag was adopted on August 4, 1984, In August 1984 there was a coup, and the country's name was changed from Upper Volta to Burkina Faso and the new to Burkina Faso flag was adopted. Burkina Faso roughly translates into "The land of honorable men."
These red, green and yellow hues are well known pan-African hues and speak of the break of the nation with its pilgrim past. The hues likewise show the nation's solidarity with other African ex-states. The red shading is said to speak of their upheaval. The green is to demonstrate the plenitude of the national wealth. The yellow star was the controlling light of their upset.
Burkina Faso stays a standout amongst the most stable nations in the region, in spite of the fact that thunderings of discontent proceed. The Flag Company Inc had some expertise in banner outlines offered an extraordinary version of decals and banners to retain the historical backdrop of Burkina Faso banner for the future eras.
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