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BY Nduta Waweru, 6:30pm August 18, 2018,

Ancient African kings you did not know existed

by Nduta Waweru, 6:30pm August 18, 2018,

Ancient African kings you did not know existed

Photo: Wiki CC

Bocchus I

Bocchus I was the king of Mauretania in 110BC.  He is known for a number of things including taking the King of Numidia, Jorgutha to the Romans, and getting a share of the Numidia kingdom for himself as a reward.
He also split his kingdom into two for his sons,  Bocchus II and Bogud.

Last Edited by:Nduta Waweru Updated: August 19, 2018

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