Portuguese Cape Verde
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Historical
Summary
Portuguese Cape Verde was a colony established in 1462, serving as a crucial hub for trade between Africa, South America, and the Caribbean. Ribeira Grande, founded in 1462, became a significant port for the transatlantic slave trade. The capital was later moved to Praia in 1770 due to pirate attacks and the decline of Ribeira Grande.
Statistics
Area
4,033.00 km²
Population
491,233