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10 | Watch The Throne | Mansa Musa and The Mali Empire

10 | Watch The Throne | Mansa Musa and The Mali Empire

FromBlack History, For Real


10 | Watch The Throne | Mansa Musa and The Mali Empire

FromBlack History, For Real

ratings:
Length:
42 minutes
Released:
Apr 8, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Had there been a version of the Forbes list in the early 14th century, a 20-something-year-old Malian king would reign supreme. Dubbed the “richest man of all time," Mansa Musa’s wealth is unmatched to this day. However, Musa paid a hefty price for his position. In the early years of his 25-year reign, the young and brash king led the Mali Empire with an iron fist and a large ego, conquering territories all over Africa. But, he quickly learns the true cost of his tyrannical leadership – a cost his immense wealth won’t be able to cover.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Released:
Apr 8, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

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