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1) The Indian Ocean trade network known as the "Monsoon Marketplace" grew in popularity between 1000-1200 CE and again in the 14th-15th centuries. Key players included cities on the Swahili coast, Islamic empires, the Middle East, India, China, and Southeast Asia. 2) The Mongols contributed to a decline in sea trade by making overland trade cheaper and safer. Resources traded included ivory, timber, books, and grain. 3) The monsoon winds dictated the sailing seasons and made reliable long-distance marit
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