Stuff You Missed in History Class The Amazons of Dahomey
Aug 5, 2015
Explore the history and lives of the fierce female warriors of the Kingdom of Dahomey, known as the Amazons. Learn about their rise as palace guards, their transformation into a fearsome fighting force, and their unique perception of gender. Discover their impact on the transatlantic slave trade and the decline of the Dahomean Kingdom. Also, meet Nawi, the last living Amazon of Dahomey.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Women Warriors in the Kingdom of Dahomey
01:35 • 2min
The History and Challenges of Studying the Women Warriors of Dahomey
04:04 • 3min
The Transformation of the Amazon Palace Guard into a Fighting Force
07:20 • 4min
The Amazons of Dahomey
10:54 • 2min
The Amazons of Dahomey: Fierce Female Warriors of the Kingdom
12:51 • 6min
The Decline of the Dahomean Kingdom and the Last Living Amazon
18:33 • 9min
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27:52 • 2min