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The mid-20th century witnessed transformative global shifts spurred by World War II. The war shattered the myth of European superiority, igniting a demand for self-determination in Africa. Weakened and facing external pressures, France could no longer maintain its colonial grip. Various approaches emerged, with some colonies seeking immediate independence and others negotiating gradual transitions. However, the decolonization process was rife with conflict, exemplified by the brutal eight-year war for Algerian independence.