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Burkina Faso (Upper Volta)
A Guide to the United States' History of Recognition, Diplomatic, and Consular Relations, by Country, since 1776: Burkina Faso (Upper Volta)
Summary
The United States recognized Upper Volta on August 5, 1960, in a congratulatory message from President Dwight D. Eisenhower to Prime Minister Maurice Yameogo. Upper Volta previously had been under French sovereignty.
Modern Flag of Burkina Faso
Recognition
The United States recognized Upper Volta on August 5, 1960, in a congratulatory message from President Dwight D. Eisenhower to Prime Minister Maurice Yameogo. Upper Volta previously had been under French sovereignty. The state’s name changed from Upper Volta to Burkina Faso in 1984.
Diplomatic Relations
Diplomatic relations were established on August 5, 1960, when Donald R. Norland assumed his post as Chargé d'Affaires ad interim. Norland had presented his credentials on August 4, 1960, to take effect the following day.
Embassy Ouagadougou was established on December 31, 1960, with Robert McKinnon as Chargé d'Affaires ad interim.
Resources
- Department of State Background Note: Burkina Faso
- Department of State Country Information: Burkina Faso
Resources
- Burkina Faso in World Wide Diplomatic Archives Index