In Africa during the Middle Ages, 3 great kingdoms rose to power. Ghana, Mali, and Songhai. These kingdoms varied in their political, economic, and cultural characteristics yet flourished in their own right. Use the links listed below to explore these three kingdoms in more depth.
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Trans-Saharan Trade Routes by
Between the sixth and sixteenth centuries, trade flourished between sub-Saharan Africa and Arab cultures. Traders exchanged gold, slaves, cloth, and salt along the trans-Saharan routes. This trade was directly responsible for seismic shifts in African economies and the foundation of new empires. This book explores how this complex trade network shaped the history of Africa, the Middle East, and Europe. Use your FCPS account to login if needed