Africa/Eastern Africa
Comoros
Moroni
919.9K
1 862 km²
Comorian franc
Coastal
Arabic, French, Comorian
Historical Events
1500 - Sultanate of Anjouan Dominates
The Sultanate of Anjouan began to dominate the islands of Comoros.
19th century - French Colonial Rule
Comoros became part of the French colonial empire during the 19th century.
1974 - Mayotte's Independence Referendum
Mayotte voted against independence from France in a referendum.
1975 - Independence from France
Comoros proclaimed its independence from France on July 6.
2011 - Mayotte as French Overseas Department
Mayotte became an overseas department of France following a successful referendum.