The Ashanti War (1873-74) - Native soldiers recreation

Native soldiers playing at warry during a lull in hostilities. 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

Asantehene Ashanti Elmina Fought Hostilities Karikari Kofi Lull Secure

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