About Bernardo II of Kongo
Lived 1505 – 1615 (aged 109–110). Bernardo II of Kongo was a sovereign and traditional leader or chief.
Bernardo II Nimi a Nkanga was a manikongo of the Kingdom of Kongo who ruled from 12 August 1614 until August 1615. He was the son of King Álvaro II.
Like the last two kings of Kongo, Bernardo II belonged to the Kwilu kanda or royal House of Kwilu.
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Who was Bernardo II of Kongo?
Manikongo of Kongo
When was Bernardo II of Kongo born?
Bernardo II of Kongo was born in 1505 in M'banza-Kongo.
When did Bernardo II of Kongo die?
Bernardo II of Kongo died on 20 August 1615 in M'banza-Kongo.
What was Bernardo II of Kongo's occupation?
Bernardo II of Kongo was a sovereign and traditional leader or chief.
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