The Fourth Century CE
The Fourth Century CE
Aksum in Nubia
This chapter examines the conflict between Aksum and Kush triggered by the former's invasion of Nubia during the fourth century CE. Drawing on evidence based on several Aksumite inscriptions in Greek and Ge'ez, all of which describe Aksumite military campaigns in Nubia, the chapter argues that two such campaigns took place: the first in the reign of Ousanas and the second in the reign of 'Ēzānā. These campaigns were launched in an attempt to curtail the power of the Noba people who threatened Aksum's western frontier. On both occasions, however, the Aksumites were unsuccessful in holding onto Nubia for long. This chapter also considers the question of the Aksum's role in the fall of Kush.
Keywords: invasion, Aksum, Kush, Nubia, inscriptions, military campaigns, Ousanas, 'Ēzānā, Noba people
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