Question

Was Italian Somaliland renamed after gaining independence?
GPT 3.5
Yes, when Italian Somaliland gained independence in 1960, it merged with British Somaliland to form the independent nation of Somalia. Italian Somaliland was not retained as a separate entity after independence.
When did Somalia gain independence from Italy and what methods were used to gain independence: arm-resustance, negotiations, external pressure or colonial power wish to leave?
GPT 3.5
Somalia gained independence from Italy on July 1, 1960. The country gained independence through a combination of negotiations and external pressure. Italian Somaliland was a United Nations Trust Territory under Italian administration after World War II, and with pressure from the United Nations and other international organizations, Italy agreed to grant independence to the region. The merger with British Somaliland to form the independent nation of Somalia was also a key factor in the process of gaining independence. There were no significant armed resistance movements in Italian Somaliland at the time of independence.
Who was the Nationalist leader and what was the political party called?
GPT 3.5
The nationalist leader in Italian Somaliland who played a key role in the movement for independence was Aden Abdullah Osman Daar. He was a prominent Somali politician, diplomat, and the first President of Somalia. The political party that he belonged to and helped found was called the Somali Youth League (SYL). The SYL was instrumental in advocating for independence and played a significant role in the push for Somali unity and self-governance.
Who was the prime Minister of Italy at that time?
GPT 3.5
The Prime Minister of Italy at the time of Somalia's independence in 1960 was Antonio Segni. Segni served as Prime Minister of Italy from February 1959 to July 1960.