Arabic document from 17th-century rubbish heap confirms existence of semi-legendary Nubian king
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A recent study published in Azania: Archaeological Research in Africa explores new historical evidence of one of pre-colonial Dongola’s earliest rulers. Previously considered semi-legendary, the discovery of a document in which orders were issued in the name of King Qashqash provides evidence of his existence and details his social interactions, rulership, and the Arabization of […]