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The modern name of Dahomey is Benin. It changed its name to Benin in 1975, after gaining independence from France.

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What was benin earlier called?

Before it was known as Benin, the country was known as Dahomey. From 1600-1900, the region was known as the Kingdom of Dahomey, which the French dissolved in 1900. After it became a french colony, modern Benin was known as French Dahomey from 1904-1958. In 1958, the region changed its name to Republic of Dahomey and after 1960, it achieved full independence from France. In 1975 the Republic of Dahomey changed its name to Benin, which has been its name since.


What is the present name of the country formerly called Dahomey?

Benin is the present name of the country formerly called Dahomey.


What country used to be called the Republic of Dahomey?

The modern day nation of Benin was known as Dahomey during (and before) French rule; it kept the name for 15 years after independence before changing to Benin.


What was the original name for Dahomey?

The original name for Dahomey was the Kingdom of Dahomey. It was a West African kingdom that existed from the early 17th century until the late 19th century when it became a French colony.


What is the new name for Dahomey Africa?

benin


When was In Dahomey created?

In Dahomey was created in 1903.


When did Dahomey end?

Dahomey ended in 1900.


When was Dahomey created?

Dahomey was created in 1600.


What is the capital of dahomey?

The capital of Dahomey was Porto-Novo. Dahomey is now known as Benin, and the capital is Porto-Novo.


When did Republic of Dahomey end?

Republic of Dahomey ended in 1975.


When was Republic of Dahomey created?

Republic of Dahomey was created in 1958.


When did Akaba of Dahomey die?

Akaba of Dahomey died in 1708.