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Forging Iron At Jenne-Jeno On The Niger

Before the rise of Islam, regions of West Africa were home to a religious cult whose members were united only by their occupation: blacksmithing. Discover how the work of archaeologists in the 1970s unearthed the remains of Jenne-jeno (“old Jenne”), an ancient city where this intriguing faith once flourished.

English
  • Runtime 30 minutes
  • Created July 5, 2019 by
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  • Modified October 23, 2025 by
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