Title: The Influence of Figures on the Algerian Independence Struggle 1955-1962
Authors: Fitra Devita Rahman, Nurul Umamah, Anis Syatul Hilmiah, Fernanda Prasky Hartono
Volume: 9
Issue: 8
Pages: 96-105
Publication Date: 2025/08/28
Abstract:
This study discusses the role of Algerian revolutionary figures in fighting for independence from French colonialism through international diplomatic strategies during the period of 1955-1962. The main focus is on discussing the contributions of Algerian political figures and students in internationalizing the issue of Algerian colonialism and building support from Asian and African countries. The participation of Hocine Ait Ahmed and M'Hammed Yazid in the 1955 Asian-African Conference played a significant role in the development of international strategy. Lakhdar Brahimi and Mohammad Seddik Benyahia were involved in the international student propaganda mission through the 1956 Asian-African Student Conference. This research employs a historical method comprising four steps: heuristics, criticism, interpretation, and historiography, through the study of primary and secondary documents. The research findings indicate that the success of Algeria's external struggle was closely tied to the diplomatic strategies implemented by these figures, such as advocating for Algeria's cause at the United Nations, establishing FLN representative offices, fostering solidarity through student networks, and strengthening international relations with the United States and communist countries to support Algeria. The support obtained from Asian-African countries proved to be a moral and political force in pressuring France's position on the international stage and accelerating the process of Algerian independence.