July 6Comoros proclaimed its declaration of independence from France on this day in 1975, after more than 100 years under French rule. It is commemorated with a national holiday. CONTACTS: Comoros Mission in the U.S. 450 E. 50th St. New York, NY 10022 212-972-8010; fax: 212-983-4712 SOURCES: AnnivHol-2000, p. 113