Algerian War

The Algerian War was a major armed conflict between France and the Algerian National Liberation Front (FLN) from 1954 to 1962, resulting in Algeria's independence from France. The war was characterized by guerrilla warfare, war crimes, and civil unrest, leading to the deaths of an estimated 400,000 to 1.5 million Algerians, 25,600 French soldiers, and 6,000 Europeans. The conflict caused a state crisis in France, leading to the fall of the Fourth Republic and the establishment of the Fifth Republic with a strengthened presidency. The war ended with the signing of the Évian Accords in March 1962, which led to Algeria's independence on July 5, 1962.learn more on wikipedia