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The Ashantee War, Arms and Accoutrements of Native Manufacture, taken from Fantee Prisoners by a Detachment of HMs First W I Regiment (engraving)
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The Ashantee War, Arms and Accoutrements of Native Manufacture, taken from Fantee Prisoners by a Detachment of HMs First W I Regiment (engraving)
1058415 The Ashantee War, Arms and Accoutrements of Native Manufacture, taken from Fantee Prisoners by a Detachment of HMs First W I Regiment (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ashantee War, Arms and Accoutrements of Native Manufacture, taken from Fantee Prisoners by a Detachment of HMs First W I Regiment. Illustration for The Graphic, 21 February 1874.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22224194
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Accoutrements Ashantee War Butt Detachment Flint Lock Ghana Pouch Powder Third Anglo Ashanti War Defensive Weapon Haversack Infantry Weapon
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This engraving, titled "The Ashantee War, Arms and Accoutrements of Native Manufacture, taken from Fantee Prisoners by a Detachment of HMs First W I Regiment" offers a glimpse into the tumultuous events that unfolded during the 19th century Ashantee War. The image showcases an array of weapons and accoutrements seized from Fantee prisoners by the British regiment. Intricately detailed, this print highlights the diverse range of native manufactured arms utilized by the Ashanti warriors. From flintlock guns to raw hide ammunition belts and grass bags, each item tells a story of resilience and resourcefulness in times of conflict. The depiction also includes essential accessories such as pouches for powder storage, spare flints, dried shin weather guards, haversacks for provisions, and gourd primers. As one examines this historical artwork closely, it becomes evident that these items were not merely tools but symbols of power and defense for both sides involved in the Third Anglo-Ashanti War. The engraving serves as a testament to the intricate craftsmanship displayed in weaponry during this era. "The Ashantee War" engraving was originally published in The Graphic on February 21st, 1874. It now resides within a private collection under Look and Learn/Illustrated Papers Collection's care. This evocative piece transports viewers back to an era where conflicts shaped nations' destinies while shedding light on indigenous manufacturing techniques employed during wartime Ghana (formerly known
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