Laï
Laï (Arabic: لادي) is a city in Chad. It lies on the Logone River and is the capital of the region of Tandjilé. The town is served by Laï Airport.
Laï لادي | |
|---|---|
  Laï Location in Chad | |
| Coordinates: 9°24′0″N 16°18′0″E | |
| Country |  |
| Region | Tandjile Region |
| Department | Tandjile Est |
| Sub-Prefecture | Laï |
| Population (2008) | |
| • Total | 20 428 |
| Time zone | +1 |
History
This city is notable for the Battle of Lai during World War I; in August 1914 the city was occupied by the German army until it was liberated by the French in September.
Demographics
| Year | Population[1] |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 14 272 |
| 2008 | 20 428 |
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