Senegal Marks 80th Anniversary of Thiaroye Massacre, Seeks Truth from France

Senegal commemorates the 80th anniversary of the Thiaroye massacre, demanding the truth behind the tragic event during French colonial rule. The massacre, which took place in 1944, involved the killing of African tirailleurs, soldiers who fought for France during World War II, upon their return to Senegal. The Senegalese government and citizens are calling for a thorough investigation into the incident, seeking acknowledgment and reparations from France.

• The Thiaroye massacre occurred in 1944, marking a dark chapter in the history of French colonial rule in Senegal.
• Senegal marks the 80th anniversary of the massacre, with government and citizens alike demanding the truth about the events that led to the killing of African tirailleurs.
• The tirailleurs were African soldiers who served in the French army during World War II and were killed upon their return to Senegal.
• There is a call for a thorough investigation into the massacre, with Senegal seeking acknowledgment and reparations from France.

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