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Oyo Empire Wars

1550 CE – 1836 CE

The Oyo Empire was the dominant Yoruba military power in West Africa, using cavalry warfare to control trade routes until collapsing during the Fulani jihad and internal revolts.

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Conflict · Africa

Oyo Empire Wars

1550 CE – 1836 CE

The Oyo Empire was the dominant Yoruba military power in West Africa, using cavalry warfare to control trade routes until collapsing during the Fulani jihad and internal revolts.

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