Africa/Northern Africa
Morocco
Rabat
36.8 Mio
446 550 km²
Moroccan dirham
Coastal
Arabic, Berber
Historical Events
788 - Idrisid Dynasty Established
The Idrisid dynasty was founded by Idris I, marking the beginning of Moroccan statehood.
1631 - Alawi Dynasty Assumes Power
The Alawi dynasty took control of Morocco, ruling to this day.
1912 - Morocco Becomes a Protectorate
France and Spain divided Morocco into protectorates, with an international zone in Tangier.
1956 - Morocco Regains Independence
Morocco achieved independence from French and Spanish colonial rule and reunified.
1975 - Occupation of Western Sahara Begins
Morocco began occupying Western Sahara after Spain's decolonization and the rise of guerrilla conflict.
1979 - Mauritania Relinquishes Claims
Mauritania gave up its claim to Western Sahara, but the conflict continued.
1991 - Ceasefire Agreement Reached
A ceasefire was established in Western Sahara, yet sovereignty issues remained unresolved.