Kingdoms of East Africa

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A group of city states from 500 CE to present, connected by shared culture, language, and religion, and helped spread Islam across the Indian Ocean.

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What was the Swahili Region?

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What products did the Great Zimbabwe provide for trade?

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Gold, Copper, and Ivory.

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What is Ivory and why is it significant?

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Ivory is a white carvable substance from elephant tusks, treasured by African, Indian, and Chinese cultures. It contributed to overhunting, poaching, and endangerment of elephants.

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What was the Kingdom of Aksum known for?

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A Christian Empire from 100-940 CE, major trading partner with Rome and India, selling Gold, Salt, Ivory, Emeralds, and Coffee.

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Ruled from 320-350 CE, expanded Axum territory up the Nile River, and established Christianity as the state religion.

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Who was King Ezana of Axum?