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By: Loryn Kimble, Jakayla Bradford, and Abbi Cope

Algeria. By: Loryn Kimble, Jakayla Bradford, and Abbi Cope. Important people.

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By: Loryn Kimble, Jakayla Bradford, and Abbi Cope

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  1. Algeria By: Loryn Kimble, Jakayla Bradford, and Abbi Cope

  2. Important people • The most famous Algerian was St. Augustine (354–430), a Church father who was born in eastern Numidia. An important 19th-century figure was Abd-el-Kader (1808–1873), emir of Mascara, who led the resistance against the French invaders from 1830 to 1847.

  3. Important places • Algiers—capitol city of Algeria • Batna—popular tourist site because its so close to Andes mountains • Tiaret—has historical monuments • Sétif—capitol of Sétif Province • Chlef—capitol of Chlef Province of Algeria • Tipasa—known for sand beaches

  4. Physical Features • Sahara desert • Atlas mountains • Coastal plains by mountains in north • Barbary Coast

  5. Humans and physical environment • People in Algeria have to have a lot of water to survive. Climate: mild, wet winters with hot, dry summers along coast. Drier with cold winters and hot summers on high plateau.

  6. Geographic Factors and Natural Resources • Natural resources: petroleum, natural gas, iron ore, uranium, lead, zinc

  7. Culture The national dish of Algeria is couscous, steamed semolina wheat served with lamb or chicken, cooked vegetables, and gravy. Common flavorings include onions, turnips, raisins, and red peppers, as well as salt, and pepper. Religions: Muslim (state religion) 99%, Christian and Jewish 1% Languages: Arabic (official), French, and Berber

  8. Government • Government type- Republic • Conventional long form: People's Democratic Republic of Algeria • Conventional short form: Algeria • Judicial branch: Supreme Court

  9. Location • Location: in northern Africa, bordering the Mediterranean Sea, between Morocco and Tunisia

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