Queen Nzinga

Nzinga Ana de Sousa Mbande was an African ruler who was the Queen of the Ambundu Kingdoms in Ndongo. She was one of the greatest warrior queens to have received military training. During her reign she had fought bravely for the independence and dignity of their kingdom.

Nzinga received military and political training as a child. She displayed considerable skill in the traditional weapons of the Ndongan warriors. She went through rigorous training as a young warrior. Using his knowledge and talent, Nzinga effectively shaped his warrior forces and built his army. She also formed an all-female warrior group. She was compared to the Amazon queen by the notables of the region and praised for her leadership.

With her reign of more than thirty years, the powerful Queen Nzingha has been the subject of many works. Today she is remembered as the Mother of Angola and the protector of her people. She was honored as an outstanding female leader for her warrior skills and brilliant military tactics. Queen Nzingha is considered a symbol of the struggle against oppression.

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