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The kingdom of Wambu (Huambo): a tentative chronology

Journal of African history • 3 • Published In 1964 • Pages: 367-379

By: Childs, Gladwyn Murray.

Abstract

Wambu (Huambo) is one of the oldest Ovimbundu kingdoms, established around 1640, although legend points to a prior reign of kings and queens. The Jaga warrior Wambu Kalunga took over the kingdom without a fight, but was later assassinated by a local war leader, Kesonga, who reestablished the vaNganda royal line. Based on traditional reports, archaeological evidence, and historical documents, Childs chronicles the dynastic line up to the 25th king, Livonge, whose rule ended with the Bailundu Revolt in 1902.

HRAF PubDate

2002

Region

Africa

Sub Region

Southern Africa

Document Type

article

Evaluation

Creator Type

Missionary

Document Rating

4: Excellent Secondary Data

Analyst

Ian Skoggard ; 2001

Field Date

1959-1963

Coverage Date

1600-1900

Coverage Place

Huambo, Angola

Notes

By Gladwin M. Childs

Includes bibliographical references (p. 378)

LCCN

63005723

LCSH

Mbundu (African people)