The French colonial Authority and the National Movement in Algeria (1945-1948(: post-World War II Developments

Abstract

Abstract: This study aims to highlight the development of the attitudes of the Algerian National Movement after the Second World War. It explores changes in the movement's forms, styles, means and objectives. In addition, how these changes impacted the struggle for independence. The emergence of new political parties reflects this evolution; The liberal wing created a new party under the name "Democratic Union for Manifesto and Freedom 1946" led by Farhat Abbas, who moved from the demand for integration into the French society and state to the principle of independence. As well as establishing the Movement for the Triumph of Democratic Freedoms as a political wing, and the "Special Organization" as a military wing. In addition, the Religious Reformist Movement, represented by the Association of Algerian Muslim Scholars.Their focus narrowed to two key demands: unifying the various factions within the national movement and advocating for the separation of religion of state. Keywords: Algeria; WWII; French colonialism; political movement.