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Portugal's Forgotten Empire in Africa
While the Portuguese empire is often remembered for its spice routes in Asia and sugar plantations in the Americas, its African holdings were equally complex and enduring. This episode explores the Kingdom of Kongo, a sophisticated Christian monarchy that entered into a volatile alliance with Lisbon. We examine how King Afonso I navigated the treacherous waters of diplomacy, trying to modernize his kingdom while fighting against the very slave trade that fueled his European partner’s economy. The narrative delves into the tragic betrayal at the Battle of Mbwé, where Portuguese forces defeated…
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