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The Great Three West African empires were what?

The "Great Three" West African empires were Ghana, Mali, and Songhai.


When did Songhai rise to power?

The Songhai Empire (sometimes spelled Songhay) is regarded by scholars and laymen alike as one of Africa's greatest empires. The Songhai Empire rose to particularly lofty heights in the late 1400s during the magnificent rule of Sunni Ali. During the reign of Sunni Ali most of what was formerly the Ghanaian and Mali Empires were incorporated into the Songhai Empire


Howand who conquered the songhai people?

Songhai was conquered in 1585 by a small army from the Arab kingdom of Morocco. The army crossed the Sahara armed with gunpowder weapons like, cannons and guns and easily overtook the Songhai people who fought with swords, bows, and spears. This splintered the empire into smaller empires


What did Songhai emperors do an who were they?

The Songhai emperors were the rulers of the Songhai Empire, which flourished in West Africa from the 15th to the 16th centuries. They were known for their military conquests, expansion of trade routes, and promotion of education and culture, particularly in cities like Timbuktu and Gao. Notable emperors included Sunni Ali, who significantly expanded the empire's territory, and Askia Muhammad, who is credited with strengthening the administration and promoting Islamic scholarship. Their reigns contributed to making Songhai one of the largest and most powerful empires in African history.


Who is the leader of songhai in 1500?

In 1500, the leader of the Songhai Empire was Askia Muhammad, who came to power after a successful rebellion against the previous ruler, Sunni Ali. He is known for expanding the empire, promoting trade and Islam, and establishing a centralized administration. Askia Muhammad is often credited with making Songhai one of the largest and most powerful empires in West Africa during its peak. His reign marked a significant era of cultural and economic development in the region.