Mansa Musa - How One African King's Pilgrimage Destroyed Egypt's Economy for 12 Years

Mansa Musa - How One African King's Pilgrimage Destroyed Egypt's Economy for 12 Years

In 1324, the richest man in history embarked on the ultimate power move. Mansa Musa, ruler of the Mali Empire, led a golden army of 60,000 people through bandit-infested deserts on a pilgrimage that would accidentally destroy economies and make him famous worldwide. This wasn't just a religious journey, it was the greatest display of wealth and power the medieval world had ever seen. When he gave away so much gold in Cairo that Egypt's economy collapsed for over a decade, Mansa Musa proved he was so wealthy he could weaponize generosity itself. Discover the incredible true story of the African warrior-king whose legend still outshines modern billionaires. Aminat History Tales brings historical narratives to life through carefully researched storytelling and AI-generated imagery, making remarkable moments from the past accessible and engaging while maintaining historical accuracy. 🕒 Timeline: 0:00 - The Most Dangerous Treasure Hunt 0:32 - The Conqueror's Rise 0:57 - The Golden Gamble 1:19 - Crashing Economies Like a Weapon 1:39 - The Warrior's Legacy #AfricanHistory #AfricanEmpires #MedievalHistory Song: Satya Yuga Album: The Inner Sound Artist: Jesse Gallagher    • Jesse Gallagher - Satya Yuga