Battle of Kirina

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:battle
gptkbp:aftermath rise of the Mali Empire
gptkbp:artwork intricate designs and patterns
gptkbp:combatants gptkb:Mandinka
Sosso
gptkbp:cultural_impact inspiration for oral traditions
gptkbp:cultural_practices rich oral traditions
gptkbp:date 1235
gptkbp:depicted_in gptkb:literary_work
gptkbp:diplomatic_relations with neighboring states
alliances and treaties
gptkbp:duration one day
gptkbp:dynasty 13th century
Sundiata Keita and successors
gptkbp:education centers of learning
gptkbp:fought_in 12th century
gptkbp:governed_by centralized government
gptkbp:has_achievements architecture and learning
gptkbp:has_economy_based_on based on trade
agriculture and trade routes
gptkbp:has_expansion began after this battle
gptkbp:historical_context diverse ethnic groups
varies among scholars
gptkbp:historical_impact 16th century
spread of Islam
gptkbp:historical_period medieval West Africa
gptkbp:historical_significance symbol of resistance
gptkbp:historical_source gptkb:Epic_of_Sundiata
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Battle of Kirina
gptkbp:influenced_by previous conflicts
gptkbp:inspired gptkb:artwork
gptkbp:is_celebrated_in gptkb:festival
celebrations of harvest and history
gptkbp:is_worshipped_by Islam and traditional beliefs
gptkbp:language gptkb:Mandinka
gptkbp:leadership gptkb:Sundiata_Keita
gptkb:Sumanguru_Kante
gptkbp:legacy gptkb:archaeological_site
foundation of Mali's wealth
gptkbp:location gptkb:Mali
gptkbp:military_branch gptkb:battle
gptkbp:military_technology strong cavalry forces
gptkbp:music traditional instruments and songs
gptkbp:notable_for use of magic and sorcery
gptkbp:outcome loss of power
gained territory
gptkbp:reign_end led to fragmentation of Sosso
gptkbp:result decisive victory for the Mandinka
gptkbp:significance established the Mali Empire
gptkbp:strategic_importance control of trade routes
gptkbp:tactics flanking maneuvers
intimidation tactics
alliance with other tribes
gptkbp:territory gold and salt
Niani
gptkbp:type gptkb:military_operation
gptkbp:vision unification of tribes
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Sundiata_Keita
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4