Unveiling Astonishing Stories of Cannibals, Big Game Hunting, and Exploration in Portuguese West: A True Adventure

The Forgotten Tales of Portuguese West: Cannibals, Big Game Hunting, and Exploration

Portuguese West Africa, a region encompassing present-day Angola and Mozambique, was a mysterious and largely unexplored territory in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Brave adventurers, lured by tales of exotic wildlife and unknown cultures, set off into this perilous land, documenting their incredible encounters with cannibals, engaging in exhilarating big game hunting, and paving the way for future exploration.

The Cannibal Culture: A Dark Encounter

One of the most riveting and spine-chilling aspects of Portuguese West Africa was the existence of the cannibal tribes. Indigenous tribes inhabiting the region had a long-standing tradition of cannibalism, a practice that both fascinated and terrified European explorers. Tales of narrow escapes from cannibalistic rituals and encounters with tribes known for their insatiable appetite for human flesh are not for the faint-hearted. Join us as we delve into the extraordinary accounts of explorers who grappled with this unsettling aspect of Portuguese West Africa.

Cannibals and Big Game: True Tales of Cannibals, Big-Game Hunting, and Exploration in Portuguese West Africa, 1917-1921

by Sarah Abitbol (Kindle Edition)

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Thrilling Big Game Hunting Expeditions

In addition to cannibal encounters, big game hunting became a popular pursuit for adventurous souls venturing into Portuguese West Africa. The region's diverse wildlife offered hunters the opportunity to track and hunt majestic creatures like lions, elephants, and rhinos. Some hunters sought to prove their courage and skill, while others aimed to secure trophies for prestigious collections. Discover the enthralling stories of these hunters, their daring expeditions, and the challenges they faced as they pursued the ultimate prize.

Exploration: Charting the Unknown

Beyond the dangers of cannibalism and the allure of big game hunting, exploration was another driving force behind expeditions into Portuguese West Africa. Adventurers sought to unravel the mysteries of uncharted territories, map the land, and uncover hidden treasures. They faced treacherous terrains, hostile tribes, and the unpredictable forces of nature. The accounts of these explorers, filled with wanderlust and an insatiable desire to conquer the unknown, provide a glimpse into the hardships and triumphs of pioneering exploration.

Preserving the Past: Tales that Need to Be Told

The true tales of cannibals, big game hunting, and exploration in Portuguese West Africa may have faded away with time, overshadowed by other historical events. However, it is crucial to revisit and understand these stories as they offer a unique perspective on the human spirit, the thirst for discovery, and the clash of cultures. By preserving and sharing these forgotten tales, we can honor the bravery and resilience of these early adventurers and gain insight into a chapter of history often neglected.

Take a Leap into the Past

Are you ready to uncover the extraordinary and often shocking accounts of the true tales of cannibals, big game hunting, and exploration in Portuguese West Africa? Join us on a journey through time and immerse yourself in the courageous exploits of those who risked everything to venture into the unknown. Brace yourself for a riveting adventure that will leave you both astonished and captivated!

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Cannibals and Big Game: True Tales of Cannibals, Big-Game Hunting, and Exploration in Portuguese West Africa, 1917-1921

by Sarah Abitbol (Kindle Edition)

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Language	:	English
File size	:	17944 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	239 pages

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As World War I rages around the globe, Chan Beebe and his young bride, Elizabeth, take a steamer to Angola and trek the ancient slave trails there in search of coveted petroleum to fuel the Allies' war machine. They find a brutal continent, where death, cannibalism, and deadly fevers are commonplace. Like the hypnotic beat of a tribal drum, Beebe draws readers deep into the bush, where the expedition encounters deadly denizens, both animal and human. The land is a hunter's dream, with plentiful game, angry elephants, charging lions, terrifying hippo, enraged buffalo, and crocodile-infested waters. Beebe's elephant-hunting descriptions are especially riveting, and the number of hippos he shot to feed his caravan is staggering by modern standards. With Beebe's "devil gun," the team survives a bloody gunfight with a hostile king and his savage Quissama cannibals. Lured ever deeper into cannibal country by a mysterious pounding tom-tom, they stumble upon a macabre scene: Seated upon a massive throne is a dead Quissama king, his shriveled body smoked and blackened, a massive gold royal ring resting around his neck. After Beebe and his team steal the necklace in a daring raid, they flee along a midnight trail, only to cross from one cannibal country into another! Beebe's harrowing tale and multitudinous hunts capture all that was post-WW I Africa--from the magnificent beauty of the land and its creatures to the savage native cultures that have endured for millennia. Amazingly enough, Beebe's journal with the original photographs remained unpublished for more than eighty years, but now this intrepid explorer’s tale of courage and adventure is finally available!