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Where were the capitals of French West Africa located?
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The countries of western Africa.
The administrative capitals of French West Africa were located in Senegal throughout the federation's existence.12
- Saint-Louis: From the inception of the federation in 1895 until 1902, the capital was located in Saint-Louis, an island city and seaport near the mouth of the Sénégal River.12
- Dakar: In 1902, the capital of the colonial administration was moved to Dakar, where it remained for the duration of the federation's history.12