State of Malta

The State of Malta, also known simply as Malta, was a predecessor to modern-day Malta and an independent state that existed between 21 September 1964 and 13 December 1974.

When British rule ended in 1964, Malta was given independence as a commonwealth realm, in which the state existed until the promulgation of the 1974 constitution. This occurred on 27 April 1960; the Republic of Malta came into existence on 1st July 1974.During the commonwealth realm phase, the British monarch remained head of state of Malta (Reġina ta' Malta), and was represented in Malta by a governor-general. The following governors-generals held office in Malta during the dominion period:

1. Sir Maurice Henry Dorman (21 September 1964 - 4 July 1971)
2. Sir Anthony Joseph Mamo (4 July 1971 - 13 December 1974)

The following held office as prime minister (and head of government) of the State of Malta during this period:

1. George Borg Olivier September 21 1964 1964-21 June 1971
2. Dom Mintoff 21 June 1971-13 December 1974

Following the abolition of the Commonwealth Realm, former Governor-General Sir Anthony Mamo became the first President of Malta.

See also

• Governor-General of Malta
• Queen of Malta
• Dom Mintoff
• Elizabeth II
• George Borg Olivier
• Maurice Henry Dorman
• Anthony Joseph Mamo

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