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Cetshwayo kaMpande was king of the Zulu kingdom from 1872 until its defeat by Britain in the Anglo-Zulu War of 1879. His forces destroyed much of a British column at the Battle of Isandlwana, although Britain later captured the Zulu capital and took him prisoner. Exiled to Cape Town, Cetshwayo subsequently traveled to London and was later permitted to return to part of his former kingdom.
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When did Cetshwayo rule the Zulu kingdom?
Cetshwayo kaMpande was king of the Zulu kingdom from 1872 until its defeat by Britain in the Anglo-Zulu War of 1879. His reign ended during the British invasion.
What happened at the Battle of Isandlwana?
Cetshwayo’s forces destroyed much of a British column at Isandlwana. The battle took place during the Anglo-Zulu War in 1879.
What happened to Cetshwayo after the Anglo-Zulu War?
Britain later captured the Zulu capital and took Cetshwayo prisoner. He was subsequently exiled to Cape Town.
Who was Cetshwayo kaMpande?
Cetshwayo kaMpande was the king of the Zulu kingdom and a central leader during the 1879 Anglo-Zulu War. His forces won a major victory at Isandlwana before Britain captured the Zulu capital.
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