The Hidden Story of Benkos Biohó
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Bonus Episode Dive into "The Hidden Story of Benkos Biohó: Africa's King Who Founded the First Free Town in the Americas." Join us on the Black History Buff Podcast as we uncover the incredible journey of Benkos Biohó, an African king from the Bissagos Islands of present-day Guinea-Bissau. Captured and enslaved by Portuguese traders, Benkos's unwavering spirit led him to orchestrate daring escapes and ultimately establish San Basilio de Palenque—the first free African town in the Americas. 🌊 From Chains to Freedom: Learn how Benkos survived a harrowing shipwreck on the Magdalena River and used it as a springboard to fight for his freedom. 🏹 Defying an Empire: Discover how he built a fortified refuge in the dense marshlands, outsmarting Spanish colonial forces with an intricate intelligence network. 👑 Legacy of Resilience: Despite his eventual capture and execution, Benkos's legacy lives on. San Basilio de Palenque remains a vibrant community, preserving African traditions, language, and culture—a UNESCO-recognized symbol of resistance and freedom. 🔥 Don't miss this riveting episode that celebrates courage, leadership, and the relentless pursuit of freedom. 👉 Engage with us: If Benkos Biohó's story inspires you, drop the word "freedom" in the comments and share your thoughts! Like this video to support spreading these important stories. Subscribe to the Black History Buff Podcast for more untold histories. Share this video to enlighten others about this hidden chapter of history. To support the channel you can join my Patreon using the link below:   / blackhistorybuff   Join my newsletter to be kept up to date with the lastest posts https://steadyhq.com/en/blackhistory Thank you, for listening, for sharing and for joining us on our mission. King Kurus, The Black History Buff Gear I Use to Create Content 🎥 * DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Gimbal Camera – Perfect for stabilized, smooth shots while walking.https://amzn.to/3Nh284E Podcasting Equipment 🎙️ * Shure SM7B Microphone – Industry-standard for professional podcasts.https://amzn.to/3BK1YzX Audiobooks I Recommend 📚 * The Autobiography of Malcolm X – A powerful, must-listen autobiography.https://amzn.to/4gXr7Hz Currently Reading 📖 * The Oxford Companion to Black British History – A comprehensive guide to Black British history.https://amzn.to/4eyUs9S Recommended Reading 📚 * The Souls of Black Folk by W.E.B. Du Boishttps://amzn.to/4exCLYl Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/black-history-buff-podcast/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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