Dahomey Amazon: the real life Dora Milaje

This week on For the love of history we dive into the story of the Dahomey Amazon, the real warriors that inspired the Dora Milaje of Wakanda. A ruthless group of women who protected the rulers of the Dahomey kingdom with their lives and fought to the death against French colonizers. Their origins are shrouded in mystery with legends remarkably similar to Marvel's Black Panther. Come with me as we uncover the history of the Dahomey kingdom, the lives of the Amazons, and the Spartan-like skill with which they protected their king and country. Instagram Patreon Link Tree Email: [email protected] www.fortheloveofhistorypodcast.com Further Reading The legend of Benin’s fearless female warriors Dahomey’s Women Warriors The women soldiers of Dahomey The Dahomey Amazon Women, a story The Amazons: The female strike force of the Dahomey Kingdom The Kingdom of Dahomey Confronting Africa's Role in the Slave Trade When the Slave Traders Were African Videos/ Documentaries Dahomey Amazon Women Warriors Lupita Nyong'o Meets Real Warrior Women This African Warrior Ceremony Was Highly Intimidating Warrior Women with Lupita Nyong'o Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices