nov 4, 1863 - Lukasa

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19th to 20th century CE
Wood, beads and metal
Mbudye Society, Luba peoples (Democratic Republic of the Congo)

How history was “read” - Luba peoples performed history instead of reading it from written accounts.
Not chronological
Not static
Used to judge and interpret current situations
Supports current leadership

History is performed through dance and song

Used as a mnemonic device to tell history through the reading of shells, beads, and pegs

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