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A formerly independent kingdom incorporated into a larger empire often retained its identity and internal political structure. When empires declined in power, they left anarchy behind. Empires were indivisible organizations with stable borders. Empires were synonymous with chiefdoms and engaged in nearly constant tribal warfare.

A formerly independent kingdom incorporated into a larger empire often retained its identity and internal political structure.
When empires declined in power, they left anarchy behind.
Empires were indivisible organizations with stable borders.
Empires were synonymous with chiefdoms and engaged in nearly constant tribal warfare.
What characterized the political systems of the West African empires?
From Lesson 246:15.4 Review Questions·World History 1
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