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Benin
Officially called the Republic of Benin, this West African nation has a total area of 110,000 sq km. Its official language is French, though indigenous languages like Yoruba and Fon are usually spoken. Its capital is Porto-Novo.
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How did the African city of Benin end?
The city of benin ended by the british coming to invade unless they trade what they offered but they refused. So the soldiers took all the bronzes out of the palace and burnt every thing down. Every city every house every thing!
How many years has Benin had the name Benin?
Benin was renamed on 1975 November 30, nearly 35 years ago.
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Who is the current Chief Ima of Benin Kingdom?
Ima of Benin kingdom is Chief Edwin O. Woghiren. Chief Woghiren is also a fellow with EWEF educational Foundation in Canada.
How did traditional art such as benin bronzes reflect the belies of the Benin kingdom?
Artists signify the importance of the figures in their work by size. The most politically powerful is the largest figure. Sometimes by dress as well.
What convention did benin use in their brass plaques to make the oba stand out?
The artist emphasized the Oba by making them the largest figure, placing them in the center, and depicting him wearing royal clothing and jewelry. The Oba's attendants are smaller and more simply dressed.
What type of food do people eat in Benin?
Beninese people eat a variety of foods depending on the region they live in. Many of them eat tropical fruits, fish, beef, manioc, corn, pumpkin seeds, tomatoes, peanuts, eggplants, millet, and yams. They make different types of mush and sauces out of many of these ingredients.
Who is the Ambassador to the US for Benin?
Cyrille Segbe Oguin is the Ambassador to the US for Benin.
What is Benin art made out of?
The typical house in Benin is built of mud, with a thatch roof, or else built entirely of a palm or straw thatch depending on where in Benin you live.
How did the Kingdom of Benin differ from the Kingdom of Mali during the post classical era?
APEX: Mali’s leaders converted to Islam, while Benin’s people maintained traditional religions.
What kind of government does benin have?
It was an Obas. It wasn't a representative government when people did not vote for someone to represent them. Council members represented the various people in the kingdom.
there are two Benin: Republic of Benin located between Togo and Nigeria on the west coat of Africa and Benin a city located in Nigeria. It is crucial to distinguish between the city and the country
How did the people of Benin trade?
In the 16th and 17th centuries, the Kingdom of Benin became wealthy trading slaves to the European colonial powers.
