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A Brief History
 Morocco,
which is slightly larger than California, is the oldest kingdom in
the Muslim world and the peaceful home to Arab-Berbers, Jews, and
Christians. In fact, Morocco possesses the only Jewish museum in any
Arab country. The progressive and moderate King, Mohammed VI, who
succeeded to the throne in July, 1999, is a direct descendant of the
Prophet Mohammed, the founder of the Islamic religion. Arabic is the country's official language, and French is spoken for business and diplomacy. About
one third of all Moroccans speak one of the Berber dialects as well
as Arabic. English is taught in all public schools beginning in the
tenth grade.
 Recognizing
the fledgling United States in 1777 and establishing formal
relations in 1787, Morocco has enjoyed a long and friendly
relationship with the United States and maintains close ties to
Europe. Morocco, a member of the United Nations and the Arab League,
is heavily involved in African diplomacy, consistently contributing
to UN peacekeeping efforts in Africa and the Middle East,
encouraging Israeli-Palestinian relations. Morocco was among the
first of the to denounce the 9/11 attacks on the United States and
support America in the war on terrorism. In June, 2004, The United
States and Morocco signed a bilateral Free Trade Agreement,
displaying the mutual respect and friendliness that has existed
between the two countries for over 200 years.
 Since
the time of the Phoenicians, foreigners have been attracted to
Morocco. Later, Carthaginians, Romans, German Vandals, Visigoths,
and Byzantine Greeks all settled the area. Muslim Arabs arrived in
the country in the seventh century. As a result, Morocco is rich in
history with Roman ruins and monuments built during Muslim
dynasties. In
1912, Morocco became a French Protectorate after the Treaty of Fes
was signed; with this action, the sultan became a figurehead. On March 2, 1956,
the French Protectorate officially ended. In 1962 the first
democratic constitution was formed, and in 1963 the first
parliamentary elections were held. Since King Mohammed inherited the
throne after his father's death, he has instituted reform and the
country has begun to prosper.
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