History – Cabo Verde

Discover the history of António de Noli, the Genoese navigator who discovered Cape Verde in 1456 and founded the first

Discover how the 1974 Transitional Government led Cape Verde from Portuguese colonial rule to peaceful independence on July 5, 1975.

Explore the history of the extinct Cape Verde Giant Gecko and learn how this rare reptile's legacy drives modern conservation

Explore the 16th-century history of Cape Verde as a global trade hub for gold, ivory, and the transatlantic slave trade.

Discover the history of the 1912 French attack on Mindelo and how it marked the shift from Ribeira Grande to

Explore Cidade Velha, Cabo Verde: The first European settlement in the tropics and a UNESCO World Heritage site rich in

Explore the history of the 1585 sacking of Ribeira Grande by Sir Francis Drake. Discover how the 'Sea Dogs' changed

Explore the 1951 status change of Cape Verde from a colony to a Portuguese overseas province and how it fueled

Discover how the 1959 Pijiguiti Massacre became the pivotal catalyst for the PAIGC and the armed struggle for Cape Verde

Explore the history and impact of the 2016 Monte Tchota massacre on Cape Verde. Learn how this tragedy reshaped the

Category: History