I want to feature more underrepresented figures that we (and me) don't typically hear about during Black History Month for [[Drunk Black History]]. And also find some way to make it funny. [[black history doesn't start with slavery]] Can you tell me about some figures from black history in the pre-slavery era >[!NOTE] ChatGPT > Certainly! There are many figures from black history who made significant contributions before the transatlantic slave trade began in the 15th century. Here are a few examples: > > 1. [[Imhotep]]: Imhotep was an ancient Egyptian architect, physician, and writer who lived around 2600 BC. He is considered the first architect in history and was also one of the most highly regarded doctors of his time. > > 2. [[Cleopatra]]: Cleopatra was the last pharaoh of Ancient Egypt and is known for her relationships with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony. She was also a skilled politician and military strategist. > > 3. [[Hannibal]]: Hannibal was a Carthaginian general and statesman who is best known for his military campaigns against the Roman Republic during the Second Punic War. He is widely considered one of the greatest military commanders in history. > > 4. [[Sundiata Keita]]: Sundiata Keita was a 13th-century West African king who founded the Mali Empire. He is considered the father of the Mali Empire and is revered as a hero in many African cultures. > > 5. [[Abul Hasan Ali Al-Masudi]]: Al-Masudi was an Arab historian and geographer who is known for his extensive travels and his writings on history, geography, and science. He is considered one of the first true global historians. > > > These are just a few examples of the many influential figures from black history in the pre-slavery era. Okay cool, let's learn some more. >[!NOTE] ChatGPT > Certainly! Here are a few more examples of figures from black history in the pre-slavery era: > > 1. [[Hatshepsut]]: Hatshepsut was a pharaoh of Ancient Egypt who ruled from 1478 to 1458 BC. She is considered one of the most successful pharaohs in Egyptian history and was the first woman to rule Egypt in her own right. > > 2. [[Aksumite Empire]]: The Aksumite Empire was an ancient kingdom located in what is now modern-day Ethiopia and Eritrea. It is known for its sophisticated civilization, which included a system of writing, a powerful army, and a sophisticated system of trade and commerce. > > 3. [[Ashanti Empire]]: The Ashanti Empire was a powerful kingdom located in present-day [[Ghana]]. It was known for its rich culture and sophisticated political system, and it played a significant role in the trans-Saharan trade of gold and other goods. > > 4. [[Mansa Musa]]: Mansa Musa was the ruler of the Mali Empire in the 14th century. He is known for his wealth, his religious devotion, and his diplomatic skills. He is also famous for his pilgrimage to Mecca, during which he distributed so much gold that it caused a significant inflation in the region. > > 5. [[Kingdom of Kongo]]: The Kingdom of Kongo was a powerful state located in present-day Angola, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and the Republic of Congo. It was known for its sophisticated political system, its wealth, and its cultural achievements. > > > These are just a few more examples of the many influential figures from black history in the pre-slavery era.