After the fall of German Kamerun, German East Africa became the only German colonial possession still under German control. British efforts to invade and occupy the territory were assisted by Portuguese, South African, and Belgian forces.
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Opening War Theme
Tic Tac Fado
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“A Portuguesa”
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Mark, I loved this episode! I often wondered about the European nations that weren’t party of either alliance. I had no idea what Portugal was doing during the Great War, and the way you presented the backstory losing to the war and during the way was superb. Thanks!