In this podcast Dr Toby Green of King's College London examines the rise and fall of the Kingdom of Benin.

1. What were the reasons for the rise of Benin?
2. How did Benin develop?
3. What was the importance of the Oba?
4. How did Benin’s military system develop?
5. How did Benin’s imperial structure develop?
6. What were the artistic achievements of Benin?
7. What were the key reasons that led to Benin’s decline?
8. What was the legacy of the Kingdom of Benin?

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