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Trans-Saharan Trade Route

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The Trans-Saharan Trade Route was an extensive network of overland routes that connected West Africa with North Africa and beyond during 1200-1450 CE. It enabled the exchange of goods such as gold, salt, ivory, slaves, and various agricultural products.

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