Historical Events tagged with "palmares"

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Social Movements & Civil Rights

Execution of Zumbi dos Palmares

November 20th, 1695 329 years ago

Zumbi dos Palmares, the last leader of Quilombo dos Palmares, was executed by the forces of bandeirante Domingos Jorge Velho. His death marked a significant moment in the struggle against slavery in Brazil, as he was a symbol of resistance for enslaved Africans. The execution occurred following a fierce conflict between the Brazilian settlers and the maroon community that Zumbi led, which was located in the northeastern region of Brazil, particularly in present-day Alagoas.

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