1803, Shaka is sent to be a warrior for Dingiswayo of the Mthethwa clan
1816, Shaka assumes leadership as Chief of the Zulu after the death of Senzangakona
1817, the “Mfecane” (annihilation) begins.
Between 1816-1825, Dingiswayo killed by Zwide, Shaka seeks revenge
1825, Shaka defeats Zwide (Ndwandwe clan), but loses many warriors and a head military commander in the process
1826, Nandi, Shaka’s mother, dies. Massacres begin as a result of her death.
1816, Shaka assumes leadership as Chief of the Zulu after the death of Senzangakona
1817, the “Mfecane” (annihilation) begins.
Between 1816-1825, Dingiswayo killed by Zwide, Shaka seeks revenge
1825, Shaka defeats Zwide (Ndwandwe clan), but loses many warriors and a head military commander in the process
1826, Nandi, Shaka’s mother, dies. Massacres begin as a result of her death.