1733-44. 2001. The Encyclopedia of World History

The Encyclopedia of World History. 2001.


1733–44

Sugar industry established on Île de France and Bourbon.	1

1752

The Sakalava kingdom of Iboina reached height under Andrianinevenarivo.	2

1767–1808

Iboina began decline under Queen Ravahiny, partly under pressure of Muslim claims to the throne.	3

1778–1800

Andrianampoinimerina reunited Merina kingdom. He centralized power, fortified the borders with settlers, acquired firearms, and pursued aggressive diplomacy. Under his rule, Merina ceased to pay tribute to Sakalava. (See Madagascar)	4


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