Henrique I of Kongo

Henrique I of Kongo

Henrique I Nerika a Mpudi was ruler of the Kingdom of Kongo from 1567 to 1568. Like his predecessor, Henrique would also die while on campaign at the frontiers of the kingdom. He was killed while fighting the BaTeke of the Anziku Kingdom. [Oliver, Roland and Anthony Atmore: "Medieval Africa, 1250-1800", page 173. Cambridge University Press, 2001]

References

ee also

*List of rulers of Kongo
*Kingdom of Kongo
*Anziku Kingdom


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