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When songhai began?
when did the empire songhai begin
The songhai Empire declined in part because what?
of infighting among Songhai subjects.
Was the Songhai Empire in the west or the east?
It was in West Africa.
How did the abbasids use their wealth?
Well, they used their wealth to support the arts and learning, and their wealth helped with trade. This was all I could find...but hope it helped!
What was the significance of the Songhai?
that their religious
How did songhai use gold and salt?
They used it in trade to increase their wealth and power.
How did mali Ghana and songhai become powerful?
Mali, Songhai, and Ghana gained their wealth from trading and controlling.
What would be songhai source of wealth?
Put your trust in NOBODY!
As the songhai gained in wealth they expanded their territory and built an empire under which ruler?
sunni ali
Why did songhai become a great empire?
Songhai became a powerful empire because they controlled the river and trade with peoples to the north and south. Thus, they started gaining both wealth and power.
What power and wealth of the West African Kingdoms of Ghana Mali and Songhai rested in?
control of the trans saharan in gold and salt
What were two reasons why Songhai fell to the Moroccans?
the Songhai empire was defeated due to the lack of modern use of weapons by the Songhai military
Did songhai use the gold and salt trade?
Yes, it did.
What was the social structure in ancient Songhai?
In ancient Songhai, the social structure was hierarchical, with the emperor at the top followed by nobles, scholars, and artisans. Below them were farmers and laborers, and at the bottom were slaves. Social status was largely determined by birth, occupation, and wealth.
What was songhai wealth?
Songhai was wealthy due to its control of trans-Saharan trade routes, particularly in gold and salt. The empire's strategic location allowed it to tax and benefit from the lucrative trade passing through its territories, bolstering its economy and wealth. Additionally, Songhai's strong military and organized governance helped maintain its wealth and power.
What was the cause for moroccan troops quickly defeated the songhai warriors?
Songhai people did not use guns like those near the coast, where the Portugese selled guns. Moroccans had guns, Songhai were armed with basic weapons. Moroccans had artillery also.
What was the capital of Songhai?
The capital of Songhai was "Gao".
