HISTORIC TIMELINE
1885German East Africa Established
The mainland of Tanzania came under German control, known as German East Africa.
1919British Rule Begins
After World War I, Tanganyika was governed by the British as a mandate territory.
1961Independence of Tanganyika
Tanganyika gained independence from British rule.
1963Independence of Zanzibar
Zanzibar gained independence from British rule.
1964Formation of the United Republic of Tanzania
Tanganyika and Zanzibar merged to form the United Republic of Tanzania.
1964Tanzania Joins the Commonwealth
Tanzania became a member of the British Commonwealth as a unified republic.