Madagascar

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__//** History of Madagascar **//__


 * Broke free from Africa after a major earthquake that terrerized the region in about 165 Million Years Ago
 * Was fought over due to its many benefits and strategic advanteges.
 * In 1947, Madagascar Revolt occured which led to 80,000 to 90,000 deaths
 * French president Charles De Gaulle granted Madagascar its independence from French control

**__// Desirable Qualities of Madagascar //__**


 * New species of animals and more available space for settlers

Coveted for its strategic war use due to its location off the coast of Africa [|www.googleimages.com]


 * Traditional Madagascarian dish containting pork and rice.


 * New slave trade oppertunities of the natives caused by the French
 * Very good place for France to expand their trade areas and trade with ships passing through the the Indian or Atlantic oceans


 * Madagascar is the fourth largest island in the world; two and a half times the size of Great Britain


 * Pristine beaches, rare flowers and even rarer animals are the main attractions.

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