Captivating Guide To The History Of Africa History For Children

Africa is a continent with a rich and diverse history. From the ancient civilizations of Egypt and Nubia to the medieval empires of Ghana, Mali, and Songhai, to the modern-day nations of Africa, the continent has played a major role in shaping the course of human history.

African History for Kids: A Captivating Guide to the History of Africa (History for Children)

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Ancient Africa

The earliest known civilizations in Africa arose in the Nile Valley of Egypt and the Nubian Desert. The ancient Egyptians developed a highly advanced civilization that flourished for over 3,000 years. They were known for their impressive architecture, including the pyramids of Giza, and their advances in mathematics, science, and medicine.

To the south of Egypt, the Nubians established a powerful kingdom that rivaled Egypt in wealth and power. The Nubians were skilled warriors and traders, and they controlled a vast empire that stretched from the Nile River to the Red Sea.

Medieval Africa

In the Middle Ages, a number of powerful empires emerged in West Africa. The Ghana Empire was founded in the 8th century and became a major center of trade and learning. The Mali Empire, which succeeded Ghana, was even more powerful and reached its height in the 14th century. The Songhai Empire, which replaced Mali, was the largest empire in West Africa and controlled a vast territory that stretched from the Atlantic Ocean to the Sahara Desert.

In East Africa, the Aksumite Empire flourished from the 1st to the 7th centuries. The Aksumites were skilled traders and navigators, and they established a vast empire that included parts of Ethiopia, Eritrea, and Yemen.

Modern Africa

The arrival of Europeans in Africa in the 15th century marked the beginning of a new era in African history. The Europeans established colonies throughout the continent, and they exploited Africa's resources and people for their own gain.

The African people resisted European colonialism, and a number of independence movements emerged in the 20th century. Ghana became the first independent African nation in 1957, and many other African nations followed suit. However, the legacy of colonialism continues to affect Africa today.

Africa is a continent with a long and fascinating history. From the ancient civilizations of Egypt and Nubia to the medieval empires of Ghana, Mali, and Songhai, to the modern-day nations of Africa, the continent has played a major role in shaping the course of human history.

The history of Africa is a story of triumph and tragedy, of conquest and resistance. It is a story that is still being written, and it is a story that is worth knowing.

Image Credits

• The Rosetta Stone by The British Library
• The Pyramids of Giza by The British Library
• The Great Mosque of Djenné by The British Library
• The Axum Obelisk by The British Library

African History for Kids: A Captivating Guide to the History of Africa (History for Children)

by Captivating History

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Language	:	English
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