Krahn

Krahn is an ethnic group of Liberia, it is also the language traditionally spoken by these people.

Related Topics:
Ethnic group - Liberia

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The Krahn are a native tribe of people, who were present in the area known as Liberia before the formation of the country. When Liberia was founded in 1847 the Americo-Liberians tended to live on the coast, with the native tribes (including the Krahn) residing inland.

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1847 - Americo-Liberian

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It is thought that the Krahn were traditionally farmers, growing food, and keeping a few animals. Hunting and fishing was also practised. In terms of religion, many Krahn believe that objects have spirits or souls (animism).

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