1632
Autshumato establishes a trading base on Robben Island
Autshumato and followers used Robben Island intermittently as a protected base close to visiting ships and marine resources.
established
economic
Autshumato and followers used Robben Island intermittently as a protected base close to visiting ships and marine resources.
Significance
The arrangement illustrates Khoekhoe initiative in adapting to the maritime trade economy.
Why it matters
The arrangement illustrates Khoekhoe initiative in adapting to the maritime trade economy.