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The book explores the dramatic first encounter between the British envoy and the Asante king in 1817, highlighting the grandeur of the Asante military and royal culture, marked by elaborate ceremonies and a powerful display of wealth. It delves into the fierce resistance of the Asante empire, which, despite facing advanced British weaponry, showcased remarkable military prowess and adaptability. The narrative details the protracted conflict that arose from this initial meeting, underscoring the Asante's enduring commitment to preserving their sovereignty and cultural identity against colonial forces.
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Fall of the Asante Empire, Robert B. Edgerton
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- Erscheinungsdatum
- 2002
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- Titel
- Fall of the Asante Empire
- Untertitel
- The Hundred-Year War for Africa's Gold Coast
- Sprache
- Englisch
- Autor*innen
- Robert B. Edgerton
- Verlag
- Free Press
- Erscheinungsdatum
- 2002
- Einband
- Paperback
- Seitenzahl
- 312
- ISBN13
- 9780743236386
- Kategorie
- Weltgeschichte
- Beschreibung
- The book explores the dramatic first encounter between the British envoy and the Asante king in 1817, highlighting the grandeur of the Asante military and royal culture, marked by elaborate ceremonies and a powerful display of wealth. It delves into the fierce resistance of the Asante empire, which, despite facing advanced British weaponry, showcased remarkable military prowess and adaptability. The narrative details the protracted conflict that arose from this initial meeting, underscoring the Asante's enduring commitment to preserving their sovereignty and cultural identity against colonial forces.