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Territory annexed to the Roman Empire
The Roman Empire controlled the coastal valleys and plains of Morocco that was fought for by many tribes before the Roman's took over. The Roman administration never had the need nor ever did extend their territory past the boundaries of the coastal region because the portion of land that they controlled was an area that was economically useful and did not intervene with any additional manpower. -
Jan 1, 700
Arab invasion
Idriss founded the first major Muslim dynasty. Almost the entire population converted to Islam. The Idrisid dynasty founded the first Muslim capital of morocco, named Fez, which was also the most ancient city of Morocco's four imperial cities. -
Jan 1, 1000
The Almoravids
The Almoravids were a group of Berber Muslims who ruled the nation at the time. They operated as military commanders who were also administrators. Although they were the dominating administration in the society, they were a very weak group, because of the challenges they faced against other Muslim groups. This big challenge that they had to constantly face, caused the Almoravids to fall, and a new group called the Almohads to rise. This picture is of the architecture created during their rule. -
Earthquake Damage
An extremely powerful earthquake rated at 8.7 struck Lisbon, Portugal. Although many people died there, the powerful effect it had on Morocco was much worse. The earthquake caused there to be fires, and a huge tsunami, which caused severe damage such as tremendous flooding. This natural disaster caused a quarter of a million people to die. -
European Trade
Britain demanded better and more beneficial trading terms with Morocco. London signed a treaty which gave Britain the right of preferential trade. However other European countries such as Spain went about getting better terms of trade in more militant ways. By being forced to pay Spain and other countries, Morocco went into debt and was forced to get a loan from the British government. Examples of trade that Europeans were interested in are local goods such as wool and leather. -
Morocco gains independence
When the French wanted to dominate the country by dividing the Berbers and the Arabs, the plan failed to be triumphant and had the exact reverse effect. The Berbers and the Arabs joined together and defeated them. The French protectorate ended, and independence was reestablished in Morocco. A year later, Mohammad became king, and many festivals started being celebrated across the nation. One example of a major holiday that takes place every year is the Festival of the Throne. -
The Hassan II Mosque
The largest mosque in Africa was built. Although it is the most extravagant and major mosque in Morocco, it is only one of the many other mosques that the Moroccan people go to worship. The mosque is also used as a library, museums, conference facilities, and baths for men and women. It was built because the inhabitants of Casablanca felt the need to build an, "architectural monument" that would emphasize the equality amongst the four imperial cities and symbolize its economic importance. -
Camels introduced to the Sahara
Camels were introduced from the lower Nile Valley to the Sahara. Camels were very important animals at the time because they could withstand the sandy and hot conditions of the Sahara Desert. They could also carry heavy loads, and walk long distances without need of water. With all of these abilities, camels were an essential reason of the expansion of Trans-Saharan trade, and later on these animals helped fortify nomadic societies by making travel easier and improving military capabilities.
