Benin in the 19th century

Overview

Examine the nature and extent of Benin empire in the 19th century Discuss the reasons for the fall of Benin kingdom: economic and political; Explain the role of the British in the fall of Benin

Lesson details

Class: SS2
Subject: History
Theme: Nigeria In The 19Th Century, I
Duration: 30:12

What you'll learn

Benin at the beginning of the 19th century.
The impact of the abolition of trans-Atlantic slave trade on Benin economy.
Political crisis especially problem of succession and emergence of weak rulers.
The British and the fall of Benin kingdom.

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Benin in the 19th century

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