Senegal: History

France gains control of the territory of Senegal.

Senegal becomes part of French West Africa.

Senegal becomes part of the French Union.

Senegal becomes independent, as part of the Mali Federation. Later that year, Senegal pulls out of Mali Federation and becomes a separate republic.

The first constitution is drawn up.

The three-party political system is introduced.

The Senegambian Confederation is formed as Senegal and neighbouring Gambia aim to combine military and security forces.

The Senegambian Confederation is dissolved.

The government signs peace accord with separatist rebels in Casamance. But there is little follow-up as separatists go through splits and leadership changes.

A dispute with neighbouring Gambia over ferry tariffs on the border leads to a transport blockade. The economies of both countries suffer.

One faction rebel group declares a unilateral cease-fire in support of ongoing peace talks.