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Sketch Map of the Theatre of War in Ashanti, 1900, c1900. Creator: Unknown
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Sketch Map of the Theatre of War in Ashanti, 1900, c1900. Creator: Unknown
Sketch Map of the Theatre of War in Ashanti, 1900, c1900. Showing Hodgson's line of retreat, line of advance, friendly towns, rivers, roads and sites of battles. The Anglo-Ashanti wars were fought between the Ashanti Empire and the British Empire and its African allies in what became the Gold Coast, and later, Ghana. The British ultimately prevailed, resulting in the complete annexation of the Ashanti Empire by 1900. From "Cassell's History of England, Vol. IX". [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne]
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This print depicts a sketch map of the 'Theatre of War in Ashanti, 1900.' The creator of this intricate work remains unknown, but it was published by Cassell and Company, Limited, in London, Paris, New York, and Melbourne around the turn of the 20th century. The map provides a detailed representation of the region that was once the Ashanti Empire in present-day Ghana, during the height of the Anglo-Ashanti Wars. The map illustrates significant features of the conflict, including Hodgson's line of retreat and advance, 'friendly' towns, rivers, roads, and sites of battles. The Anglo-Ashanti Wars were a series of conflicts between the Ashanti Empire and the British Empire and its African allies, which began in the late 19th century and continued into the early 20th century. The British ultimately prevailed, resulting in the complete annexation of the Ashanti Empire by 1900. The map showcases various landmarks, such as the coastal fortresses of Cape Coast Castle and Kumasi, the capital city of the Ashanti Empire. The fortifications, including the castle walls and battlements, are clearly visible, highlighting the strategic importance of these structures during the colonial period. The map also reveals the intricate network of roads and rivers that crisscrossed the region, providing vital transportation routes for both the British and the Ashanti forces. This print offers a unique glimpse into the history of the Gold Coast, providing valuable insights into the geography, politics, and military strategies of the Anglo-Ashanti Wars. It is a testament to the rich cultural and historical heritage of West Africa and the complexities of the colonial era.
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