About Francisco I of Kongo
Lived 1500 – 1545. Francisco I of Kongo was a sovereign and traditional leader or chief.
Francisco I (1500–1545) was manikongo in 1545. King Francisco was the son of king Pedro Nkanga a Mvemba, who he succeeded after he was overthrown.
Biography King Francisco was born in 1500 and he succeeded his father, king Pedro Nkanga a Mvemba, after he was overthrown in 1545. Fransisco had a short reign, dying during the same year he became king. He was succeeded as king by his cousin Diogo.
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Who was Francisco I of Kongo?
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When was Francisco I of Kongo born?
Francisco I of Kongo was born in 1500 in M'banza-Kongo.
When did Francisco I of Kongo die?
Francisco I of Kongo died in 1545 in M'banza-Kongo.
What was Francisco I of Kongo's occupation?
Francisco I of Kongo was a sovereign and traditional leader or chief.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Francisco I of Kongo. https://biography.guide/francisco-i-of-kongo/
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