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In History / College | 2025-07-06

Write five sentences to explain what happened when the Portuguese, under Captain Diego D'Azambuja, arrived on the Gold Coast.

a. Who did he bring with him on his ships, and why?
b. Who did he go to meet when he went ashore?
c. What did he participate in with Chief Kwamina Ansa?
d. What did Chief Kwamina Ansa ask Diego D'Azambuja to exchange for permission to build the fort?

Asked by sidikirashida

Answer (2)

Diego D'Azambuja arrived at the Gold Coast in 1482 with a crew to establish trade. He met with Chief Kwamina Ansa to discuss cooperation and participated in a ceremonial exchange. Chief Ansa requested goods in exchange for permission to build a fort. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-06

Captain Diego D'Azambuja arrived at the Gold Coast in 1482 to establish trade and met with Chief Kwamina Ansa. They participated in a ceremonial exchange, and Chief Ansa asked for goods in return for allowing the Portuguese to build a fort. This interaction marked the beginning of Portuguese involvement in the region.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-07