Ancient stone circles on the banks of the River Gambia are evidence of an early population but little is known about it. From the fifth to eighth century the area that is now The Gambia was part of the empire of Ghana, ruled by the Serahuli. It later became part of the kingdom of Songhai; in that period, Islam was introduced. The Mali empire, under the Mandinka and Susu, which established control during the 13th century, had declined by about 1500. In the late 18th century Fula invaders penetrated the area.
Located in West Africa, the Republic of Gambia is a narrow plain embedded in Senegal, traversed by the Yingangbiya River. Within Gambia's area of 10,380 square kilometers, there is a population of l 36 million, the main tribes being the Mandingo, the Fula, and the Wolof. Islam is the primary religion of Gambia and the official language is English. The currency is the dalasis and the capital is Banjul.
During the 17th century various English and French adventurers and semi-official expeditions came and went, on the trail of gold and slaves. There were Portuguese communities living on the river banks until the mid-18th century, and much intermarriage with local people. From the 18th century, the French and the British struggled for control of the region. Between 1765 and 1783 The Gambia and Senegal were combined into the province of Senegambia, under French administration. The British settlement of James Island was recognized by the Treaty of Versailles in 1783.
The flag of Gambia was officially adopted on February 18, 1965, the day Gambia achieved independence from the British rule. Designed by Pa Louis Thomas, the national flag of Gambia is horizontal tricolor of red, blue and green that are separated by narrow white stripes.
The red stripe remains for the savanna meadows furthermore symbolizes the sun; blue speaks of the unmistakable waters of the Gambia River that course through the nation; green speaks of the lavish greenery, rural practices, and backwoods of Gambia.
The thin white stripes symbolize solidarity, peace in the country. The Flag Company Inc spent significant time in banner plans offered an uncommon version of decals and banners to retain the historical backdrop of Gambia Flag for future generations.
Located in West Africa, the Republic of Gambia is a narrow plain embedded in Senegal, traversed by the Yingangbiya River. Within Gambia's area of 10,380 square kilometers, there is a population of l 36 million, the main tribes being the Mandingo, the Fula, and the Wolof. Islam is the primary religion of Gambia and the official language is English. The currency is the dalasis and the capital is Banjul.
During the 17th century various English and French adventurers and semi-official expeditions came and went, on the trail of gold and slaves. There were Portuguese communities living on the river banks until the mid-18th century, and much intermarriage with local people. From the 18th century, the French and the British struggled for control of the region. Between 1765 and 1783 The Gambia and Senegal were combined into the province of Senegambia, under French administration. The British settlement of James Island was recognized by the Treaty of Versailles in 1783.
The flag of Gambia was officially adopted on February 18, 1965, the day Gambia achieved independence from the British rule. Designed by Pa Louis Thomas, the national flag of Gambia is horizontal tricolor of red, blue and green that are separated by narrow white stripes.
The red stripe remains for the savanna meadows furthermore symbolizes the sun; blue speaks of the unmistakable waters of the Gambia River that course through the nation; green speaks of the lavish greenery, rural practices, and backwoods of Gambia.
The thin white stripes symbolize solidarity, peace in the country. The Flag Company Inc spent significant time in banner plans offered an uncommon version of decals and banners to retain the historical backdrop of Gambia Flag for future generations.
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