Map is showing ethnic groups in Sierra Leone: Susu, Temne, Mende, Koranko, Kono, Limba, Sherbro, Creole and other tribes in 1969.
Historic map of Sierra Leone and coast of Guinea by Johannes Kip in 1732.
Continue reading about Sierra Leone and Guinea in 18th century
Sierra Leone is a country in West Africa. It is bordered by Atlantic Ocean (west), Guinea (north) and Liberia (south). Capital and largest city is Freetown. The name Sierra Leone was adapted from the Portuguese name for the country: Serra Leoa. The literal meaning is "Lioness Mountain."
