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52:30
Africa's Great Civilizations
Commerce and the Clash of Civilizations
Gates explores the dynamism of 19th-century Africa, the "scramble" by European powers for its riches, and the defiant and successful stand of uncolonized Ethiopia.
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52:11
Africa's Great Civilizations
The Atlantic Age
Gates explores the impact of the Atlantic trading world, giving rise to powerful new kingdoms, but also transatlantic slave trade. Learn of the revolutionary movements of the 18th-early 19th centuries, including the advent of the Sokoto Caliphate.
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52:31
Africa's Great Civilizations
Empires of Gold
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. uncovers the complex trade networks and advanced educational institutions that transformed early north and west Africa from deserted lands into the continent's wealthiest kingdoms and learning centers.
Episode
52:30
Africa's Great Civilizations
Commerce and the Clash of Civilizations | Hour Six
Explore the dynamism of 19th century Africa and the "scramble” for its riches.
Episode
52:11
Africa's Great Civilizations
The Atlantic Age | Hour Five
Explores the impact of the Atlantic world and the transatlantic slave trade.
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52:01
Africa's Great Civilizations
Cities | Hour Four
Explores the great African cities and their wealth and industry.