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The Ashanti Expedition, 1873-74: Sir Garnet Wolseley entering Kumasi, February 4, 1874, (1901)

The Ashanti Expedition, 1873-74: Sir Garnet Wolseley entering Kumasi, February 4, 1874, (1901)


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The Ashanti Expedition, 1873-74: Sir Garnet Wolseley entering Kumasi, February 4, 1874, (1901)

The Ashanti Expedition, 1873-74: Sir Garnet Wolseley entering Kumasi, February 4, 1874, (1901). General Sir Garnet Wolseley (1833-1914) led the British campaign against the forces of Kofi Karikari, King of the Ashanti, during the Second Ashanti War (1873-1874). His men captured Kumasi, the Ashanti capital, in what is now Ghana in West Africa. From " The Illustrated London News Record of the Glorious Reign of Queen Victoria 1837-1901: The Life and Accession of King Edward VII. and the Life of Queen Alexandra". [London, 1901]

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1st Viscount Wolseley Asante Ashanti Ashanti Campaign British Army Capital Cavalry Coomassie Destruction First Viscount Wolseley Garnet Joseph Wolseley Garnet Wolseley General Wolseley Ghana Imperial Imperialism Invader Invaders Invading Invasion Kumasi Lieutenant General Wolseley Looting Melton Melton Prior Occupied Territory Plundering Prior Prior Melton Sir Garnet Wolseley West Africa Wolseley Ashanti Expedition Illustrated London News


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This print captures a significant moment in history - the arrival of General Sir Garnet Wolseley into Kumasi, the capital of Ashanti, during the Second Ashanti War in 1874. Led by Wolseley, the British campaign aimed to defeat Kofi Karikari, King of the Ashanti and establish British control over what is now Ghana. In this image from "The Illustrated London News Record of the Glorious Reign of Queen Victoria" we see General Wolseley on horseback leading his army into Kumasi. The scene is filled with an air of triumph and power as soldiers march alongside him. The presence of horses adds to the grandeur and emphasizes their role as symbols of military might. The photograph not only showcases a victorious moment but also provides insight into imperialistic ambitions prevalent during that era. It serves as a reminder of Britain's desire for expansion and dominance across continents. Melton Prior's skilled photography skillfully captures this historic event, highlighting both its significance and impact on occupied territories like Kumasi. This image stands as a testament to General Wolseley's leadership skills while shedding light on the destructive consequences that come with invasion. As we reflect upon this print today, it prompts us to contemplate notions such as power dynamics, colonialism, and cultural exchange between nations. It reminds us how historical events shape our present world while urging us to learn from past mistakes for a better future.

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