Polity Tunjur Kingdom

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In the 15th century the Tunjur arrived in Darfur, where they established themselves in northern Jebel Marra and created a kingdom.

Establishment

  • January 1451: In the 15th century the Tunjur arrived in Darfur, where they established themselves in northern Jebel Marra and ruled simultaneously with the Daju for some time.

Chronology

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1. Events

  • January 1501: The Tunjur Kingdom conquered the Daju Kingdom under unclear circumstances.
  • January 1615: Independence of the Sultanate of Dar Sila.
  • January 1636: Abd Al Karim takes power against the Tunjours.

Disestablishment

  • January 1651: The Tunjur kingdom was succeeded by the Sultanate of Darfur. The Fur people and their Keira dynasty superseded the Tunjur in about 1650s.