People's Republic of Benin

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République populaire du Bénin
People's Republic of Benin
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Flag of Benin

Flag
Anthem
L'Aube Nouvelle  (French)
The Dawn of a New Day
Location of Benin
Capital Porto Novo
Language(s) French
Government Socialist republic
President
 - 1975 - 1991 Mathieu Kérékou
Historical era Cold War
 - Military coup October 26, 1972
 - Established November 30, 1975
 - Disestablished March 1, 1990
Currency CFA franc

The People's Republic of Benin (French: République populaire du Bénin) was the official name of the African country of Benin as a socialist state from November 30, 1975 to March 1, 1990.

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