Habib Bourguiba, independence leader and first President of Tunisia was born August 3, 1903 in Monastir, Tunisia. 

Habib Bourguiba in Exile
Issued in 1958.
Habib returned from exile in 1956.
Designer and engraver: Jules Piel  

Habib Bourguiba
Part of Tunisia’s 1957 Independence set

Bourguiba’s legacy is significant, both in Tunisia and beyond. He was a passionate advocate for modernization and reform</a>, and he worked tirelessly to advance women’s rights, education, and economic development. Under his leadership, Tunisia became known as one of the most progressive and forward-thinking countries in the region. 

One of Bourguiba’s most enduring legacies is his role in promoting women’s rights. He was a vocal advocate for women’s education and pushed for the abolition of traditional practices such as polygamy and the veil. Bourguiba was also responsible for the passage of the Code of Personal Status in 1956, which was one of the most progressive family laws in the region at the time. The law gave women unprecedented rights, including the ability to file for divorce and to inherit property. 
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