Which empire did Timbuktu become part of in the 14th century?
Ottoman Empire
Roman Empire
Mali Empire
British Empire
Answer
Timbuktu became part of the Mali Empire early in the 14th century. The city flourished from the trade in salt, gold, ivory, and slaves, and became an important Islamic city on the Saharan trade route.
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