About this episode

This episode sets the stage for the history of the Wolof Empire by exploring the geography and prehistory of Senegambia.

Explore the history of the Wolof Empire with us this season. In this episode we set the stage for what is to come by examining the geography and prehistory of Senegambia. From the evolution of its archaeological cultures to the famous Senegambian megaliths, let's encounter this fascinating tale.

Topics covered

• Wolof Empire
• Senegambia
• geography
• prehistory
• archaeological cultures
• megaliths

Keywords

• Wolof Empire
• Senegambia
• geography
• prehistory
• archaeological cultures
• megaliths

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Wolof Empire

Places: Senegambia

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