Sunni Ali
Sunni Ali, who became ruler of the Songhai in 1464, worked to unify, strengthen, and enlarge his empire.
The expansion was led by Sunni Ali (SOOH-nee-ah-lee), who became ruler of Songhai in 1464
Askia the Great(Muhammad Ture)
The Songhai Empire flourished during the 15th and 16th centuries, reaching its height between 1464 and 1591. This period marked significant territorial expansion and cultural development, with cities like Timbuktu and Gao becoming major centers of trade, education, and Islamic culture. The empire's wealth was largely derived from trans-Saharan trade, particularly in gold and salt. However, it declined after its defeat by Moroccan forces in 1591.
Askia Mohammed. He was one of the previous king, Sonni Ali's generals.
Sunni Ali
1464
Muḥammad I Askia
Sonni Ali.
Sunni Ali, who became ruler of the Songhai in 1464, worked to unify, strengthen, and enlarge his empire.
The expansion was led by Sunni Ali (SOOH-nee-ah-lee), who became ruler of Songhai in 1464
The expansion was led by Sunni Ali (SOOH-nee-ah-lee), who became ruler of Songhai in 1464
In 1464, the Songhai Empire was taken over by Sonni Ali, who became its first king. He expanded the empire significantly through military conquests and strategic alliances, establishing Songhai as a dominant power in West Africa. Sonni Ali is often credited with solidifying the empire's control over key trade routes and cities, including Timbuktu and Gao. His reign marked the beginning of the empire's golden age.
Songhai's founder , Sunni Ali, captured Timbuktu from Mali in 1464.
Songhai
The Songhai Empire.
Sunni Ali was the ruler of the Songhai Empire, located in west Africa from 1464 to 1492.