History : When expelled Moriscos established the Republic of Salé and became pirates

After being expelled by the Spanish between September 1609 and January 1610, Moriscos found exile in Morocco, most precisely Salé, where they established a Republic. The Corsair city, was heavily known for piracy and operated massively in the Barbary coasts, capturing slaves, ships and organizing raids.

History : How Morocco and the USA strengthened their diplomatic ties during the 18th and 19th centuries

Morocco and the United States of America have been in good terms since the signing of the famous Marrakech Treaty on 1786 under the reign of Sultan Mohammed III. The Kingdom has been one of the first North African countries that ensured strong diplomatic ties with the newly formed nation. The two countries managed to strengthen their links after the death of the Alaouite Sultan.

Paquita Gorrono, a 103-year-old Spanish refugee who lived and died in Rabat

Paquita Gorrono is a Spanish woman who was forced to flee Franco’s Spain. She lived on the Moroccan soil for 78 years, worked for King Hassan II and became one of the most notorious Spanish figures in the kingdom. Nicknamed «La Pasionaria Rabat», the 103-year-old Paquita passed away yesterday in Rabat.

The Rif War : The battle of Annual, a glorious victory 

Fought on the 21st of July 1921, the Annual battle landed a glorious victory to the Berber combatants of the Rif. Suffering from the defeat, the Spanish called the battle «the Disaster of Annual». 

The Moorish Science Temple of America : The religion of African Americans with Moroccan roots

A group of African Americans in the 1920's founded a religious organization seeking an identity. Led by Noble Drew Ali, in the state of Illinois, they called themselves Moorish referring to Morocco and embraced Islam as their faith, creating a subculture considered controversial back in the time.