1 August 1960 August 1, 2014 Author: Staff Dahomey declares independence from France. The country later changes its name to Benin. Famous Words of Inspiration..."If you want to get laid, go to college, but if you want an education, go to the library." Frank Zappa — Click here for more from Frank Zappa Related posts: 3 May 1960 7 May 1960 6 January 1960 1 February 1960 10 September 1960 7 January 1960 21 March 1960 11 July 1960 1 August 1993 1 August 1993 Categories: History Tags: 1 August, 1960