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and his student group and composed by

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, it has been the official state anthem of Chad since it gained independence from France in January 1960.

History

The anthem was written, following a competition, by

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and his student group from the Saint Paul Boarding School in

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(the current city of Sarh). The music was composed by another Jesuit father,

. It was adopted as the official state anthem of Chad upon gaining independence from France in January 1960.

Lyrics

The anthem comprises a chorus and four verses. Only the chorus and first verse constitute the official national anthem. The other three verses are barely known among young Chadians.

Notes

References

External links

Chad: "La Tchadienne" - Audio of the national anthem of Chad, with information and lyrics
{{DEFAULTSORT:Tchadienne, La National anthems Chadian music National symbols of Chad African anthems 1960 songs National anthem compositions in B-flat major