Barthélemy Boganda, the founding father and first President of the Central African Republic, died in a mysterious plane crash. A former Catholic priest turned anti-colonial leader, Boganda was a staunch advocate for African unity, social justice, and independence from French rule. His untimely death occurred just months before the nation achieved full independence, leaving a lasting impact on the country’s path toward self-governance.
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