The previous name of Uganda was the "Uganda Protectorate." This designation was used when the region became a British protectorate in the late 19th century. The name "Uganda" itself is derived from the Buganda Kingdom, which was one of the prominent kingdoms in the area. Uganda gained independence from British colonial rule in 1962.
Uganda was established as a British protectorate in 1894; and became politically independent from the British in 1962.
Sir Hesketh Bell
Aden Protectorate was created in 1886.
Ashanti Protectorate was created in 1902.
Bechuanaland Protectorate was created in 1885.
Before it was known as Uganda, the region was referred to as the Kingdom of Buganda, which was one of the most prominent kingdoms in the area. The name "Uganda" itself is derived from the Buganda kingdom, which became a significant political and cultural entity during the colonial period. The territory was also known as the Uganda Protectorate when it was established as a British protectorate in the late 19th century.
The Protectors was created on 1972-07-07.
Uganda was declared a British protectorate by Lord Lugard, who was the British high commissioner for East Africa. This declaration occurred in 1894, following a series of treaties and agreements with local leaders. The establishment of the protectorate was part of Britain's broader imperial strategy in East Africa during the late 19th century.
Southern Nigeria Protectorate was created in 1900.
Niger Coast Protectorate was created in 1891.
First Protectorate Parliament was created in 1654.