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How did Ghana and Mali become powerful West Africa Empires?

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Protected by a well-trained, imperial army and profiting from being within the middle of trade routes, Mali distended its territory, influence, and culture over the course of 4 centuries. Associate in Nursing abundance of Au and salt deposits helped to expand the empire's industrial assets.

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