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The Battle of Tondibi: Songhai's Last Stand
In 1591, the Songhai Empire faced its greatest threat: a Moroccan invasion force armed with firearms, led by Judar Pasha. This episode takes you to the decisive Battle of Tondibi, where the Songhai army, under Askia Ishaq II, confronted the Saadian invaders. We explore the military strategies, the devastating impact of gunpowder on traditional cavalry, and the aftermath that saw the fall of Gao and Timbuktu. Learn about the pivotal roles of the Tyeddo and Koyam slave soldiers, the desperate last stand at Tondibi, and how the empire fractured into the Dendi kingdom. This is a story of courage…
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