Fastest Growing Empire - Oyo Empire History

This is the history of the most prominent Yoruba empires and the history of one of the most pioneering and industrious empires to ever exist. The 2023 movie "Woman King" starring Viola Davies features this powerful kingdom.

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00:00 Introduction
1:40 Origins of the Oyo Empire
4:06 Expansion & Rulers
5:02 Politics
7:29 Trade
8:36 Slave Trade
9:58 Military
11:58 Culture & Religion
13:22 Art & Architecture
14:41 Territorial Dominance
15:48 Empire's Decline
19:51 Modern Day Oyo

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