Historical Events tagged with "bamana empire"
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El Hadj Umar Tall captures Ségou, Bamana Empire falls
El Hadj Umar Tall, a prominent military leader and Islamic reformer, led his forces to seize the city of Ségou, effectively dismantling the Bamana Empire in Mali. His conquest was driven by a desire to extend his jihadist campaign and spread Islam throughout West Africa. Ségou, which had been a vital urban center of the Bamana Empire, succumbed to Tall's forces after enduring fierce battles. The capture of this significant city marked a turning point in West African history, fundamentally altering the political landscape as Tall's influence expanded across the region.
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