At first, they lived in small family groups, but gradually these groups developed into a kingdom. This brass figure ... encouraged trade with Europe. Benin City is at least four miles wide.

The objects made from brass, ivory and wood are linked to the sacking of Benin City in the former Kingdom of Benin by British troops in 1897. It is believed the objects, collectively known as the ...

Oba Esigie Created an empire and won land from the Kingdom of Ife. Oba Orhogbua During his reign, the empire reached its largest size. Benin City is at least four miles wide. The city has wide ...