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Name: Wallis and Futuna (Protectorate)

Type: Polity

Start: 1888 AD

End: 1924 AD

Nation: wallis and futuna

Parent: france

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Was a French Protectorate in the islands of Wallis and Futuna. It was under the authority of the colony of New Caledonia.

Establishment


  • March 1888: In 1888, the Kingdom of Sigave in Futuna was attached to Wallis, forming a unified protectorate under French control. This decision was made by French colonial administrators and local chiefs, including King Soane-Patita Vaimua Lavelua of Uvea.
  • March 1888: In 1888, the Kingdom of 'Uvea was annexed by France, leading to the attachment of Futuna to Wallis and the establishment of a unified protectorate in the region. This decision was made under the leadership of French colonial administrators and local chiefs.
  • March 1888: In 1888, King of Alo, Sigave, and Tu`i Agaifo of Alofi agreed to attach Futuna to Wallis, creating a unified protectorate under French rule. This decision marked a significant shift in the political landscape of the region.
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    Disestablishment


  • January 1925: The French authorities established the Colony of Wallis and Futuna Islands.
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