Dingane kaSenzangakhona: Biography, Facts and Career
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Dingane KaSenzangakhona Zulu (c. 1795–29 January 1840), commonly referred to as Dingane, Dingarn or Dingaan, was a Zulu prince who became king of the Zulu Kingdom in 1828, after assassinating his half-brother Shaka Zulu. He set up his royal capital, uMgungundlovu, translated to "Place of the Elephant" or "elephant swallower". He also constructed one of numerous military encampments, or kraals, in the eMakhosini Valley just south of the White Umfolozi River, on the slope of Lion Hill (Singonyama).
Quick facts about Dingane kaSenzangakhona
- Full name: Dingane kaSenzangakhona
- Born: 1795-01-01
- Nationality: Zulu Kingdom
- Known as: Royal
- Wikidata ID: Q470145
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Who is Dingane kaSenzangakhona?
Dingane KaSenzangakhona Zulu (c. 1795–29 January 1840), commonly referred to as Dingane, Dingarn or Dingaan, was a Zulu prince who became king of the Zulu Kingdom in 1828, after assassinating his half-brother Shaka Zulu.
What nationality is Dingane kaSenzangakhona?
Dingane kaSenzangakhona is Zulu Kingdom.
When was Dingane kaSenzangakhona born?
Dingane kaSenzangakhona was born on 1795-01-01.
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