Senegal

History

Main article: History of Senegal

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Islam, the dominant religion in Senegal, first came to the region in the 11th century. Of the native kingdoms, the Jolof Empire of the 14th century was the most powerful. Various European powers came to the area from the 15th century onward, until France ended up in possession of what had become an important slave trade departure point. Independence from France was gained in 1960.

Related Topics:
Islam - 11th century - Native kingdoms - Jolof Empire - 14th century - Europe - 15th century - France - Slave trade

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