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Historians know everything there is to know about Zimbabwe and its predecessor nations then first called Rhodesia and Nyassaland and after that, Rhodesia.
Its pre-colonial history is also reasonably well documented, starting with the rise of the kingdom of Mapungubwe in the 11th century.
Since the peoples of the various pre-colonial kingdoms in the Zimbabwe region did not leave any written information of their own to posterity and historians, our knowledge is based on - and limited to - descriptions by others, mainly contemporary Arab and Portuguese traders.
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Historians know little about Great Zimbabwe because the site was abandoned around the 15th century, leaving few written records behind. Additionally, early European colonizers dismissed the idea that such a sophisticated civilization could have been built by Africans, leading to a lack of interest in studying the site. Excavations and research have been limited, further contributing to the gaps in knowledge about Great Zimbabwe.
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Why are we glad the great temple of the Aztecs was rediscovered?
because if they had not discovered it we would not even know about the Aztecs and their whole life would have been a mystery and all we would know about them was that they were just a tribe in Mexico.and we would not know about the daily life and culture and rituals.and because of the temples we would not collaborate on what they had and make it more advanced
Why Historians are concerned with accuracy of their writings and readings but are also aware of?
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What are the benefits if being a historian?
Historians gain a deep understanding of the past, helping to inform and shape the future. They develop critical thinking skills, research abilities, and a broader perspective on cultural, social, and political dynamics. Additionally, historians play a crucial role in preserving and interpreting historical events for society.
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What purpose might the walls of great Zimbabwe have served?
i dont FREAKING KNOW
How is great Zimbabwe evidence that there was world trade one thousand years ago?
We know that Great Zimbabwe traded with other areas because Chinese pottery shards, coins from Arabia, an Egyptian ushabi, glass beads and other items have been excavated at Zimbabwe that could not have been made in Zimbabwe.
Historians know little about life in Egypt before third dynasty where did the keep records?
Manetho
How do we know about Alexander the Great's adventures?
Several contemporary historians, principally Arian, recorded his campaigns.
When was Caesar's wife calpurnia' s birthday?
We know very little about Calpunia because very little reference was made about her by ancient historians. We only know that she was born in 75 BC.
Which of the following could be a reason why humans know very little about time prior to the ancient era?
No historians have written about the era that preceded the ancient era.
What is in a typical Zimbabwe breakfast?
In A typical Zimbabwe breakfast there are apples, sausage, prunes and apricots. There are probaly some more but I don't know them
Why is finding bones important to historians?
Investigators need to know if the victim is a male or female and to see the wounds. The TV series 'Bones' gives a GREAT example of bones.
What did the people living in great Zimbabwe do for a living?
During the years when the shona speaking pple arrived in the great zimbabwe it was no work but they we're more good at trading for a living until, portegues, chines and arabs came 2 a conclusion 2 build the wall 4rm soapstone .. so farming, trading and building shall do the trick
What is the age structure of Zimbabwe?
I don't know, find out your own self.
What is the address of the CBZ Bank Gweru Branch in Zimbabwe?
Not to sure, but if you check on Mukuru.com, they do same day money transfers to Zimbabwe, and I know they handle Gweru
Was Hernando de soto's family poor?
Hernando De Soto's family had very little money.which is why historians don't know when De Soto was exactly born.
