Songhai Kingdom: Had slaves known as the arbi who could rise through social ranks in positions like artisans or soldiers. This slavery predates "modern" chattel slavery. (mar 30, 1450 – oct 26, 1600)
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Had slaves known as the arbi who could rise through social ranks in positions like artisans or soldiers. This slavery predates "modern" chattel slavery.Added to timeline:
Date:
mar 30, 1450
oct 26, 1600
~ 150 years