Warfare and Diplomacy in Pre-Colonial West Africa

This book combines detailed technical studies of pre-colonial West African diplomacy and warfare, highlighting the connection between land and waterborne strategies and the use of weaponry, armor, and transport. It analyzes the causes and consequences of wars and examines defensive operations, using evidence from various sources to support its conclusions.

Format: Hardback
Length: 246 pages
Publication date: 20 December 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Originally published in 1976, this comprehensive book delves into intricate technical examinations of pre-colonial West African diplomacy and land and waterborne warfare. It sheds light on the interconnectedness of these two domains as integral aspects of international relations, highlighting the unique practices of West African indigenous diplomacy. By examining how these diplomatic strategies resembled and diverged from those elsewhere, the book provides valuable insights into the region's historical dynamics. Furthermore, it delves into the causes and consequences of West African wars, exploring the diverse arsenal of weaponry, armor, and transportation employed by armies. The book also examines the strategic and tactical approaches employed in these conflicts in relation to defensive operations. Throughout, a wealth of evidence from various sources is marshaled to support both the factual content and the conclusions reached. This scholarly work offers a profound understanding of the complex interplay of diplomacy, warfare, and regional history in pre-colonial West Africa.

Originally published in 1976, this comprehensive book delves into intricate technical examinations of pre-colonial West African diplomacy and land and waterborne warfare. It sheds light on the interconnectedness of these two domains as integral aspects of international relations, highlighting the unique practices of West African indigenous diplomacy. By examining how these diplomatic strategies resembled and diverged from those elsewhere, the book provides valuable insights into the region's historical dynamics. Furthermore, it delves into the causes and consequences of West African wars, exploring the diverse arsenal of weaponry, armor, and transportation employed by armies. The book also examines the strategic and tactical approaches employed in these conflicts in relation to defensive operations. Throughout, a wealth of evidence from various sources is marshaled to support both the factual content and the conclusions reached. This scholarly work offers a profound understanding of the complex interplay of diplomacy, warfare, and regional history in pre-colonial West Africa.

Weight: 620g
Dimension: 198 x 129 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032617114