North Africa & al-AndalusAfrica
Republic of Salé
Also known as Bou Regreg Republic
The Republic of Salé was a 17th-century corsair city-state at the mouth of the Bou Regreg river in Morocco. It was founded by Moriscos from Hornachos in Spain who had been expelled under Philip III. The Alawi sultanate absorbed it in 1668.
Key facts
| Dates | 1627 – 1668 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | North Africa & al-Andalus |
| Continent | Africa |
| Type | corsair city-republic |
| Capital | Kasbah of the Udayas |
| Religion(s) | Islam |
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Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.