Unit 6 Time line

Mansa Musa became king

Mar 13, 1300

Mansa Musa is one of the most famous kings in Africa. He was devoted to promoting his religion. He was significant because he created the haji.
(World history text book, chapter 16; Empires of Africa)

The haji

Mar 13, 1324

Mansa Musa created the haji. The haji was a great pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca. The journey was more than 2,800 miles ling and he brought a ton of gold and people with him.
(world history text book: chapter 16; Empires of Africa)

Timbuktu

Mar 13, 1400

Mansa Musa returned from the haji refreshed and he was determined to make the kingdom a better place. he transformed Timbuktu into a center for trade and learning. It became to be known as The Pearl of Africa.
(wh text book: chapter 16; Empires of Africa)

Timbuktu's downfall

Mar 13, 1500

After Mansa Musa Mali was ruled by a series of weak rulers. The power eventually faded and trade routes shifted. The people of Mali rebelled and invaders attacked Timbuktu. It eventually ended up as a small collections of towns.
(wh text book: Chapter 16; Empires of Africa)

Songhai's and Morocco's trade dispute

Mar 13, 1591

A Moroccan army crossed the desert carrying many weapons, especially gunpowder and cannons. The Songhai fought with spears and shields fled when the Moroccan started firing. This attack crippled Songhai and they never regained their glory.
(wh text book: chapter 16; Empires of Africa)