HISTORIC TIMELINE
1500Sultanate of Anjouan Dominates
The Sultanate of Anjouan began to dominate the islands of Comoros.
19th centuryFrench Colonial Rule
Comoros became part of the French colonial empire during the 19th century.
1974Mayotte's Independence Referendum
Mayotte voted against independence from France in a referendum.
1975Independence from France
Comoros proclaimed its independence from France on July 6.
2011Mayotte as French Overseas Department
Mayotte became an overseas department of France following a successful referendum.