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ShakaShaka Shaka King of the Zulu Kingdom from 1816 to 1828 For other uses, see Shaka (disambiguation). Shaka kaSenzangakhona (c. 1787 – 24 September 1828), also known as Shaka (the) Zulu ( Zulu pronunciation: [ˈʃaːɠa]) and Sigidi kaSenzangakhona, was the king of the Zulu Kingdom from 1816 to 1828. One of the most influential monarchs of the Zulu, he ordered wide-reaching reforms that reorganized the military into a formidable force. Quick facts King Shaka, King of the Zulus ... King Shaka ISilo Samabandla Onke 1824 European artist's impression of Shaka with a long throwing assegai and heavy shield. No drawings from life are known.[1] King of the Zulus Reign 1816–1828 Predecessor Senzangakhona kaJama Successor Dingane kaSenzangakhona Born c. July 1787… (Source: Wikipedia)
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