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== History == | == History == | ||
The area of Amapá was disputed over from the 16th century until the early 20th century. the course of history. While originally a part of Brazil, the area was overrun by the French in the 18th century, until the 20th century. Finally in 1900 Commision of Geneva ceded the area as a territory of Brazil, which was originally incorporated into the State of Para until 1943 when Amapá became a federal territory. Amapá did not gain statehood until October 5, 1988. | The area of Amapá was disputed over from the 16th century until the early 20th century. the course of history. While originally a part of Brazil, the area was overrun by the French in the 18th century, until the 20th century. Finally in 1900 Commision of Geneva ceded the area as a territory of Brazil, which was originally incorporated into the State of Para until 1943 when Amapá became a federal territory. Amapá did not gain statehood until October 5, 1988. | ||
== Resources == | |||
Those interested in obtaining records from Amapá can contact The State of Amapá Cultural Foundation: | |||
Fundação Cultural do Estado de Amapá -<br> FUNDECAP<br> Rua Tiradentes, s/n - Centro<br>68900-130 Macapá - AP<br>BRASIL<br>Tel.: (096) 212-5120<br>Fax: (096) 212-5115 | |||