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How long was Kenya a colony for?

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Anonymous

11y ago
Updated: 8/20/2019

1920-1963. However, Kenya had been controlled by the British since the 1890's

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Who is Kenya a former colony of?

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Was Kenya a British colony prior to its independence?

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When did Kenya become and cease being colony?

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