Trans-Saharan Trade Network
Definition
This was a major trade route across the Sahara desert that connected North Africa with sub-Saharan Africa during ancient times. Goods like gold, salt, slaves were traded along this network.
Related terms
Caravanserai: These were roadside inns where travelers could rest and recover during their journey across desert trade routes.
Gold-Salt Trade: This was a crucial part of the Trans-Saharan trade where gold from West Africa was exchanged for salt from Sahara desert.
Ghana Empire: An ancient African empire that grew wealthy and powerful due to its control over key parts of the Trans-Saharan trade network.
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Study guides (3)
AP World History: Modern - 1.5 State Building in Africa from 1200-1450
AP World History: Modern - 1.7 Comparisons in the Period from 1200-1450
AP World History: Modern - 2.7 Comparison in Trade from 1200-1450
Practice Questions (1)
Which of the following pairs of trade technologies are best associated with the Trans-Saharan trade network?
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