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Bookmark or Share- The Gambia - Colonial, Independence, Republic | BritannicaThe Gambia was administered as a part of British West Africa from 1821 to 1843. It was a separate colony with its own governor until 1866, when control was returned to the governor-general at Freetown, Sierra Leone, as it would remain until 1889.
- The Gambia - WikipediaThe Gambia, officially the Republic of The Gambia, is a country in West Africa. Geographically, The Gambia is the smallest country in continental Africa; it is surrounded by Senegal, except for its western coast on the Atlantic Ocean.
- The Gambia country profile - BBC NewsThe Gambia is one of Africa's smallest countries and, unlike many of its west African neighbours, has enjoyed long spells of stability since independence. President Yahya Jammeh ruled the country...
- Gambia, The - The World FactbookLocation. Western Africa, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean and Senegal. Geographic coordinates. 13 28 N, 16 34 W. Map references. Africa. Area. total: 11,300 sq km. land: 10,120 sq km. water: 1,180 sq km. comparison ranking: total 165. Area - comparative. slightly less than twice the size of Delaware. Land boundaries. total: 749 km.
- The Gambia travel - Lonely Planet | AfricaSurrounded by Senegal, The Gambia has a mere 50 miles (80km) of coastline, but what a magnificent stretch it encompasses: golden beaches backed by swaying palms and sprinkled with scenic lagoons, sleepy fishing villages and biologically rich coastal reserves.
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