The Dahomey slave trade was a major source of revenue for the Kingdom of Dahomey in the 18th and 19th centuries. The kingdom, located in present-day Benin, raided neighboring villages and sold captives to European slave traders. Women played a significant role in this trade, serving as warriors and leaders.
The most famous Dahomey woman king was Nanisca, who reigned from 1727 to 1748. She was a skilled military strategist and led her army to numerous victories. Nanisca also expanded the kingdom’s territory and established new trade routes. Her reign marked a golden age for the Kingdom of Dahomey.
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