Question: What was a Beninese merchant and politician, most active when his country was known as an African kingdom that existed from about 1600 until 1894 ?
Sentence (from "Paul Darboux"): Paul Darboux (May 10, 1919 - 1982) was a Beninese merchant and politician, most active when his country was known as Dahomey.
Relevant evidence: Yes