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Bagirmi, Kingdom of (former nation/state/empire) |
Note: Early state in Africa, founded in the 16th century; was located in an area southeast of Lake Chad; the capital was Massenya; accepted Islam ca. 1600 under sultan Abdullah; prospered in slave trade in 17th century; documented by Europeans in early 19th century. |
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Bagirmi, Kingdom of (preferred,C,V)
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Kingdom of Bagirmi (C,V)
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Bagirmi (C,V)
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Baguirmi (C,V)
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Baguirmi, Kingdom of (C,V)
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Kingdom of Baguirmi (C,V)
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former nation/state/empire (preferred, C) |
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historical region (C) |
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kingdom (H) |
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Chad .......... (nation) |
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