Algerian independence referendum, 1962

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An independence referendum was held in Algeria on 1 July 1962.[1] It followed French approval of the Évian Accords in an April referendum. The results in Algeria were 99.72% in favour and just 0.28% against. Voter turnout was 91.88%. As a result of the vote in favour, France declared Algeria to be independent on 3 July.

Results

Do you want Algeria to become an independent state, co-operating with France under the conditions defined in the declarations of 19 March 1962?
Choice Votes %
For5,975,58199.72
Against16,5340.28
Invalid/blank votes25,565-
Total6,017,680100
Registered voters/turnout6,549,73691.9
Source: Direct Democracy

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