Degree Type
Honors Capstone Project
Date of Submission
Spring 5-1-2013
Capstone Advisor
Lars Rodseth
Capstone Major
Anthropology
Capstone College
Arts and Science
Audio/Visual Component
no
Capstone Prize Winner
no
Won Capstone Funding
no
Honors Categories
Social Sciences
Subject Categories
African Languages and Societies | Anthropology | French and Francophone Language and Literature | French Linguistics | Linguistic Anthropology
Abstract
The French first landed off the south-eastern coast of Madagascar in December of 1648. A little over two and a half centuries later they would land troops, marking the beginning of sixty years of colonization. The groundwork for government and education set during these years continues to the present day, including the use of the French language. In this study I look at the role of the French language in modern-day Madagascar. Using interviews from two major urban centers, I argue that French has a dualistic role, both as an opportunity for self-advancement for a select few, while also as an oppressive force for many others.
Recommended Citation
Roehrer-MacGregor, Christopher, "French in Madagascar: A Colonial Language After Independence" (2013). Honors Capstone Projects - All. 51.
https://surface.syr.edu/honors_capstone/51
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