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The Kingdom of Kongo: History and Society
( 25 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to the Kingdom of Kongo
Overview of the course and introduction to the Kingdom of Kongos significance in African history
Module #2
Geography and Environment
Exploration of the Kingdom of Kongos geographical location, climate, and natural resources
Module #3
Origins and Early History
The mythical origins of the Kingdom of Kongo and its early history (13th-15th centuries)
Module #4
The Kingdoms Founding and Early Rulers
The reigns of the first Kongolese rulers, including Lukeni lua Nimi and Afonso I
Module #5
European Contact and the Slave Trade
The impact of Portuguese explorers and the transatlantic slave trade on the Kingdom of Kongo
Module #6
Christianity and the Kingdom
The introduction of Christianity to the Kingdom of Kongo and its effects on the society
Module #7
The Kingdoms Administrative System
Exploration of the Kingdoms decentralized administrative system and its regional divisions
Module #8
Economy and Trade
The Kingdoms economy, including agriculture, trade networks, and currency systems
Module #9
Social Hierarchy and Caste Systems
The social stratification of the Kingdom of Kongo, including the mwana and the kanda systems
Module #10
Women in Kongolese Society
The roles and experiences of women in the Kingdom of Kongo, including queens and female ancestors
Module #11
Kongolese Culture and Traditions
Exploration of the Kingdoms cultural practices, including music, art, and spiritual beliefs
Module #12
The Kingdoms Decline and Fragmentation
The internal and external factors that contributed to the Kingdom of Kongos decline and fragmentation
Module #13
The Portuguese Colonization of Angola
The impact of Portuguese colonization on the Kingdom of Kongo and its people
Module #14
The Kingdoms Legacy in the Atlantic World
The Kongolese diaspora and the Kingdoms influence on Afro-Atlantic cultures
Module #15
Archaeology and Historical Reconstruction
The methods and challenges of reconstructing the Kingdom of Kongos history through archaeology and historical records
Module #16
Oral Traditions and Historiography
The importance of oral traditions in Kongolese historiography and the challenges of interpreting historical records
Module #17
The Kingdom of Kongo in Comparative Perspective
Comparing the Kingdom of Kongo to other African kingdoms and empires
Module #18
Modern-Day Legacy of the Kingdom of Kongo
The continued impact of the Kingdom of Kongo on modern-day Angola, Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Republic of the Congo
Module #19
Contested Histories and National Identity
The debates and controversies surrounding the Kingdom of Kongos history and its role in national identity
Module #20
Kongolese Art and Architecture
The art, architecture, and material culture of the Kingdom of Kongo
Module #21
The Kingdoms Intellectual Heritage
The philosophical, scientific, and literary achievements of the Kingdom of Kongo
Module #22
Kongolese Spiritual Beliefs and Practices
The spiritual traditions of the Kingdom of Kongo, including kimpa vita and other religious systems
Module #23
The Kingdoms Military Organization
The military structure and strategies of the Kingdom of Kongo
Module #24
The Kingdom of Kongo in Global Context
The Kingdom of Kongos connections to global events and processes, including the African diaspora
Module #25
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
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