Morocco defeated the Songhai Empire primarily through the use of advanced military technology, particularly firearms. In 1591, a Moroccan army equipped with cannons and gunpowder weapons invaded Songhai, taking advantage of the empire's weakened state due to internal strife and economic decline. The decisive battle at Tondibi showcased the effectiveness of these weapons against traditional Songhai forces, leading to the rapid collapse of their empire. This military superiority allowed Morocco to expand its influence in West Africa.
Songhai armies did not have the modern weapons that countries in west Africa and Europe possessed. In1591 the armies of Songhai were defeated by an army from Morocco armed with gunpowder and cannons.
Songhai armies did not have the modern weapons that countries in west Africa and Europe possessed. In1591 the armies of Songhai were defeated by an army from morocco armed with gunpowder and cannons.
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Two reasons why Songhai fell to the Moroccans were internal instability within the Songhai Empire, which weakened their defense against the Moroccan invasion, and the superior military technology and tactics of the Moroccan forces, particularly their effective use of gunpowder weapons.
The Moroccans had firearms whereas the Songhai had much more primitive weapons.
No. Songhai was defeated by Morocco but the Portuguese played a role in their decline due them shifting the trade routes from over land to by sea.