Ahmed Ben Bella Quotes, born December 25, 1916, in Maghnia, Algeria, was a revolutionary leader and the first President of Algeria (1963–1965), pivotal in the country’s fight for independence from France. A farmer’s son of Moroccan descent, he served in the French army during World War II, earning decorations, before joining the National Liberation Front (FLN) to lead Algeria’s struggle against 132 years of French colonial rule. Imprisoned from 1956 to 1962, he later steered Algeria toward socialism until a 1965 coup. These 15 quotes—sourced from interviews, public statements, and writings—reflect his passion for liberation, unity, and justice, capturing his fervent and pragmatic spirit.
15 Ahmed Ben Bella Quotes
- “Peace does not include a vendetta; there will be neither winners nor losers.” (Interview, BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “Independence is not a gift. It is the result of determination and struggle.” (Bookey, 2023)
- “The liberation of one nation is the liberation of mankind.” (Bookey, 2023)
- “For Ahmed Ben Bella, the liberation of the people in the South is still unachieved.” (Interview with Silvia Cattori, www.voltairenet.org, 2006)
- “Yes, my life is a life of combat; I can say that this has never stopped for a single instant.” (Interview, BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “Colonialism is an idea born in the West that drives Western countries—like France, Italy, Belgium, Great Britain—to occupy countries outside of Europe.” (Interview, BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “The progress of a nation depends on its citizens’ willingness to stand up and take action.” (Bookey, 2023)
- “Unity is strength, and together we can accomplish great things.” (Bookey, 2023)
- “The liberation movement which I led in Algeria was at first a small movement of nothing at all.” (Interview, BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “When someone came to ask us for help, it was sacred. We did not even think twice.” (Interview, QuoteHD, n.d.)
- “A nation cannot be truly free if its people are not united.” (Bookey, 2023)
- “I am not a Marxist, but I place myself resolutely at the left.” (Interview with Silvia Cattori, www.voltairenet.org, 2006)
- “The French colonisation of Algeria lasted a long time: 132 years.” (Interview, BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “Let us all agree to die a little, or even completely, so that African unity may not be a vain word.” (Motivation Africa, 2020)
- “The struggle for liberation was terrible. We were bruised and wounded by colonialism.” (Le Monde diplomatique, 2000)
Ahmed Ben Bella’s quotes burn with revolutionary zeal, unity, and a call for justice, inspiring readers to fight for freedom and stand together. Which one fuels your resolve? Drop it in the comments and keep his visionary legacy thriving!
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