New flags are currently in use for the diverse factions.
It was supported by muslim people of northern Tchad and was in revolt against President Tombalbaye. In 1967-79 it controlled the north of Tchad. Another source claims that Frolinat was founded in Sudan by Ibrahama Abatcha on 22 June 1966. In August 1979 another faction, the Peoples Armed Forces, led by Goukouni Oue. The rebel army formed a coalition government.