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Interior of an Ashanti hut sketched before the 2nd Ashanti W
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Interior of an Ashanti hut sketched before the 2nd Ashanti W
Interior of an Ashanti hut sketched before the second Ashanti War. The second Ashanti War fought between, 1873-74, was between King Kofi Karikari, ruler of the Ashanti (or Asantehene), and the British. Both were trying to secure the coastal town of Elmina on the West Coast of Africa also known as the Gold Coast. Elmina was to become the second seat of British colonialism in West Africa
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1873 Asantehene Ashanti Colonialism El Mina Fought Karikari Kofi Ruler Seat Secure Sketched
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This evocative sketch captures the interior of an Ashanti hut, drawn before the onset of the Second Ashanti War in 1873. The Ashanti, or Asante, were a powerful and influential people in West Africa, with their kingdom centred around present-day Ghana. King Kofi Karikari, the Ashanti ruler, or Asantehene, is depicted here in a moment of peace before the impending conflict with the British. The Second Ashanti War was fought over the coastal town of Elmina, which held significant strategic and historical importance. Elmina, located on the West Coast of Africa, was to become the second seat of British colonialism in West Africa. The British sought to secure Elmina and its valuable gold trade, while King Kofi Karikari aimed to protect Ashanti sovereignty and maintain control over the region. The interior of the Ashanti hut in this sketch reveals the rich cultural heritage of the Ashanti people. The hut's design, with its high thatched roof, intricately carved wooden doors, and earth floor, reflects the Ashanti's deep connection to their land and traditions. The presence of various household items, such as calabashes, cooking pots, and woven baskets, underscores the daily life and self-sufficiency of the Ashanti community. This historical sketch offers a glimpse into the world of the Ashanti before the tumultuous events of the Second Ashanti War. It serves as a reminder of the complex and nuanced history of West Africa and the profound impact of colonialism on its people.
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