10 OCTOBER 1970

Independence, 1970

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What we know

  • Fiji became independent on 10 October 1970, 96 years to the day after the Deed of Cession.
  • Ratu Sir Kamisese Mara was the first prime minister.
  • Fiji Day is celebrated every 10 October.

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