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1800 BCE
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1450 BCE
Why
The Indian Ocean trade was a huge historical event that lasted because it connected the East to the West. It helped spread religion and get trading done more efficient for the time. -
1300 BCE
How
They had to cross water with boats, mountains, and large lands in order for a successful trade. -
1100 BCE
Where
The trade connected Southeast Asia, India, Arabia, and Finally East Africa. Eventually it even connected China. -
1000 BCE
What
Items that was traded during this time was dhows, sailboats, silk, paper, food, ivory, timber, and religious ideas. Religions that were spread included Buddhism, Islam, and Christianity. -
800 BCE
Who
The Indian Ocean Trade included places like Kilwa, Sofala, Mombasa, and Malindi. These African city-states exported gold, ivory, and iron to India, Southeast Asia, and China. -
800 BCE
When
The Indian Ocean trade commenced in 800 A.D. and fell through when Portugal invaded and tried to take over in 1500. -
Period: 600 BCE to 1450 BCE
Indian Ocean Trade
The Indian Ocean trade connects the East with the West for a long trade route.
