In 1944, Madagascar became an overseas territory with representatives in the French National Assembly. Militant nationalists launched a large uprising in 1947 that was brutally suppressed by …

A survey of the notable events and people in the history of Madagascar, an island country lying off the southeastern coast of Africa in the southwestern Indian Ocean, separated from the African coast by …

Madagascar's history as a crossroads for African, Asian, and Middle Eastern influences is evident in its cultural and economic development long before European involvement.

Discover the fascinating history of Madagascar, from its ancient Austronesian settlers to the formation of powerful kingdoms and the impact of French colonization.

Aug 13, 2023 · This article outlines the history of Madagascar and the Merina kingdom, from the island's earliest settlement to the fall of the Merina kingdom in the late 19th century.

Mar 14, 2021 · This is a concise history of the African nation of Madagascar across time up to the 21st Century

As a very large island in the Indian Ocean (1000 miles from north to south, and in land area more than twice the size of Great Britain), Madagascar is a natural landfall for seafarers sailing east from Africa …

Explore Madagascar's rich history from ancient Austronesian settlements to colonial struggles and independence: museums, architectural treasures, historical sites, and cultural heritage for 2026.

THE REPUBLIC OF MADAGASCAR, formerly known as the Malagasy Republic and the Democratic Republic of Madagascar, has undergone significant socioeconomic and political changes during the …

Dec 21, 2025 · Madagascar has been inhabited by human beings for the relatively short period of about 1,300 years. Language and culture point unequivocally to Indonesian origins, but there is no …