However, in the following year the country was invaded by Portuguese troops, who governed from 1816 to 1824.
When the fort was in use by the Portuguese troops, it encircled the hill atop which the church and seminary now stands.
Some Portuguese troops were now trying to hold the French in the streets of the city, but it was a hopeless endeavor.
They don't want British or Portuguese troops crossing the river, attacking them in the rear.
After a few days, Portuguese troops landed and bombarded the fort but they also had to retreat.
After five years, she had to flee from Portuguese troops to Matamba.
April 4 The Portuguese troops arrived at the front.
Instead of being released, the Portuguese troops had to fight off the German offensive on its sector.
Anti-aircraft missiles forced the Portuguese troops to reassess the war effort.
The Portuguese troops surrendered and left the city.