History of Mauritania

The history of Mauritania dates back to the 3rd century. Mauritania is named after the ancient Berber kingdom of Mauretania.

Read more about History Of Mauritania:  Pre-colonization, French Colonization, Independence, Ould Daddah Era, and The Saharan War, 1978 To 1991, 1991 To Present

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