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During the Middle Ages, #Barawe and its surrounding area was part of the Ajuran Empire.
From his experiences during the Ming treasure voyages in the early 15th century, the Chinese mariner Fei Xin characterized the people of Barawa as pure & honest.
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During the Middle Ages, #Barawe and its surrounding area was part of the Ajuran Empire.
From his experiences during the Ming treasure voyages in the early 15th century, the Chinese mariner Fei Xin characterized the people of Barawa as pure & honest.
#TourCaatoAh #Somalia
In 1506, the Battle of Barawa began after the Portuguese Empire decided to invade & capture the wealthy Somali harbour city. The powerful commander who led the Portuguese army was Tristão da Cunha who he set his eyes on the Ajuran territory, where the battle of Barawa was fought.
After a long period of engagement, the Portuguese soldiers burned the city and looted it. However, fierce resistance by the local population & soldiers resulted in the failure ofthe Portuguese to permanently occupy the city & eventually the Portuguese were defeated by the Somalis
