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The Songhai–Moroccan War That Ended an Empire
In 1591, a Moroccan army crossed the Sahara to conquer the Songhai Empire. This episode tells the story of the Saadian invasion, from the salt mines of Taghaza to the devastating Battle of Tondibi. We explore Sultan Ahmad al-Mansur's ambitions, Judar Pasha's leadership, and how Moroccan arquebusiers defeated Songhai's cavalry. Discover the aftermath: the fall of Gao and Timbuktu, the rump kingdom in Dendi, and the long-term consequences for the Sahel. Featuring insights from chronicler al-Sa'di and the Tarikh al-Sudan, this episode delves into a turning point that reshaped…
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