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Benin
The former Dahomey

Portuguese colonial activities in Benin centered on slave trade. The area was subjugated by the French in 1894 becoming the French protectorate of Dahomey in 1904 by incorporating the French colony of Benin with Dahomey. The country became independent in 1960 with its name changed from Dahomey to the People's Republic of Benin on 30 November 1975. Postage stamps have been issued since 1892.
Office des Postes et Telecommunications
Cotonou
Republique Populaire du Benin
an as Malte puts it:
Office des P.T.T.
Service Philatélique
Cotonou R.P.

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CIA data on Benin

Location: Western Africa, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean, between Nigeria and Togo
Independence: 1 August 1960 (from France)

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