Early Life
When was Nzinga born?
around 1583
Current day name for the Ndongo and Matamba Kingdoms
Angola
What did the Portuguese want involving Africa?
They wanted to control the trade of African people
Who did she fight against for her people's freedom
the Portuguese
How many siblings does Nzinga have?
2 sisters and 1 brother
Who attacked the Ndongo capital with the help of allied Imbangala
Governor Luis Mendes
Who did the Portuguese assume was apparent to the throne.
Ndola Mbandi’s son.
Her legacy continued on and she was known for being a _______
Ruthless Ruler
What role did her father have
A dictator and former ruler of the Ndongo and Matamba people
In 1557, the ruler of Ndong requested not only military aid but also _______
To be baptized
When and where the peace conference between Nzinga and Joao Correia Sousa take place?
1622 in Luanda
What is Nzinga remembered for
Her political and diplomatic acumen, as well as her military
She assumed power over the kingdoms after what family tragedy took place?
When her brother committed suicide
By _____, Nzinga was left without allies
1629
What is the name of the Portuguese governor
Joao Correia Sousa
Who did Nzinga murder to insure the throne? And what did she use?
She killed Ngola’s son using the kaza
Why was Nzinga forced to leave the kingdom when Kia Sambas was dethroned?
She was Mbandi's challenger and a threat
Queen Nzinga’s full name
Ana de Sousa Mbandi
What did the Portuguese theorize about Nzinga
They theorized that she was involved in the death of her brother.
Why did the Imbangala leave Nzinga
Her lack of Imbangala ancestry