Time Periods
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Mesolithic
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Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Location
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Nakfa, a town in Eritrea's Northern Red Sea region, holds historical and archaeological significance due to its role in the Eritrean War of Independence. It features defensive structures like trenches and a mosque that survived extensive conflict. Initially established as an administrative and commercial hub in the 1890s, it later became a strategic military base for the Eritrean Peoples Liberation Front (EPLF) during the 1970s and 1980s. The town's infrastructure was heavily impacted during the war, leading to significant reconstruction efforts after Eritrea gained independence in 1991. Nakfa also served as the Sahel Province's capital for a brief period, highlighting its regional importance. The town's legacy is further commemorated by Eritrea's national currency, named in honor of Nakfa's contribution to the liberation struggle.
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