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Kongo Kingdom and Portugal: An African Christian King
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the early alliance between Portugal and the Kingdom of Kongo in the late 15th century. They focus on King Afonso I (Mvemba a Nzinga), who embraced Christianity and corresponded directly with King Manuel I of Portugal, requesting missionaries, craftsmen, and military aid. Lucas explains how the slave trade from Kongo strained the relationship, as Portuguese traders increasingly disregarded Afonso's orders. The episode highlights the 1526 letters from Afonso to Manuel that condemned the slave trade and demanded its end. Lucas also covers the…
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