Thread by @AbdisalamAato

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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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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

Tristão da Cunha (Portugues) was later severely wounded and sought refuge in Socotra islands after losing his men and ships. After the battle, the city of Barawa quickly recovered from the attack.
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#Baraawe has produced numerous well respected Ulama including Sheikh Uways al-Barawi, Sheikh Nureini Sabiri, Sheikh Hajii Sadiq, Sheikh Qassim al-Baraawi, Sheikh Ma'llim Nuri, Sharif Qulatayn and a female poet-saint, Dada Masiti.

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