Madagascar Society
The society of Madagascar in 600 AD was comprised of a diverse mix of ethnic and linguistic groups, with the largest being the Merina people. This group had come to dominate much of the island by this time, having established their own kingdom which was centered in the highlands. They were renowned for their military prowess and agricultural skills, as well as their sophisticated political system which was based on a hierarchical system of nobles, commoners, and slaves. The Merina…