The expansion of Islam along the eastern coast of Africa happened between the 8th and 9th centuries when travelers, Arab traders and clerigs began to spread the religion. <u>The presence of Muslim merchants stimulated the development of urban communities; mosques were built and a Sudano-Sahelian building style was adopted. The expansion of Islam was good for African societies since it brought new techniques of weighting and the art of writing to Africa.</u>
Maximilian Robespierre effectively ruled the nation from 1793-1794. After he was overthrown, a council known as the Directory ruled until 1799, when Napoleon took over. He ruled until 1814, when Louis' brother took the throne.
Bail: Money or property promised or given to the court as security when a defendant is released before and during trial with the agreement he will return to court when ordered.
