History and memory
21 Jul 2015
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94th anniversary of the Battle of Anoual
The Moroccan people celebrate this Tuesday the 94th anniversary of the Battle of Anoual, a resounding episode in the history of Morocco's struggle to free itself from the colonial yoke. Thanks to determination and faith, the Moroccan combatants, commanded by the fine strategist and charismatic leader of the resistance Abdelkrim Al Khattabi, were able, despite their small numbers, to overcome the powerful and modern Spanish army on 21 July 1921. From the beginning of the 20th century, and precisely during the period 1907-1912, the Sharif Mohamed Ameziane was at the origin of a fierce resistance against the Spanish troops, marked by decisive battles in which he won several victories, until he died on the battlefield on 15 May 1912. Thus, Mohamed Ben Abdelkrim El Khattabi took over by holding high the torch of the Rif resistance. Indeed, this fine strategist was able, thanks to his charism…
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