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History of the Ashanti Empire , (Ghana Africa)
History of the Ashanti Empire , (Ghana Africa)
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published: 21 Aug 2018
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The Rise and Fall of the Ashanti Empire
See how a small group managed to carve out an empire in modern-day Ghana before the era of colonization.
Music used:
The Complex by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4488-the-complex
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
published: 28 Apr 2017
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Ashanti: Empire of Guns & Gold - African Empires Ep. 4
The Ashanti (Asante) empire is one of the most prosperous empires in Sub-Saharan history. Its history is one of war, peace, technology, and trade. Personally I loved researching this episode.
Sources:
McCaskie, T. C. “Denkyira in the Making of Asante c. 1660-1720.” The Journal of African History, vol. 48, no. 1, Cambridge University Press, 2007, pp. 1–25, http://www.jstor.org/stable/4501014
https://westindiacommittee.org/historyheritageculture/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/WIS-Ashanti.pdf
https://www.culturesofwestafrica.com/history-ashanti-empire-colonization/
(there are more sources linked here: https://www.ascleiden.nl/content/webdossiers/asante-kingdom)
published: 29 Jan 2022
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The Fall Of The Ashanti Empire || Lawyer Anokye Frimpong
A lecture on the history of the fall of the Ashanti Empire by Lawyer Anokye Frimpong (Lawyer and Historian). #amaghana #timefm #history #ashanti #ghana
published: 13 Sep 2023
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The Golden Stool - History Of Africa with Zeinab Badawi [Episode 14]
In this episode, Zeinab Badawi travels to Ghana and Cote D’Ivoire to find out about the Asante people and their kingdom. We examine the history, myths and legends of the Asante people. We attend the Akwasidae, a colourful festival where the King of the kings of the Asante - known as the Asantehene - has his gold regalia on full display as a way of projecting wealth and prestige. And we hear about the great Asante queen who led the resistance against the invading British and hid the Asante’s most valued and sacred possession: the Golden Stool. The Asante serve as an example of how despite decades of colonial rule, Africans maintained their traditions and continue to revel in and perpetuate their heritage and customs.
Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica
Website: https://www.bbc....
published: 10 Apr 2020
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Rise of the Ashanti Empire - Episode 1
We're starting a new format with this episode. Fewer episodes per series, and shorter episodes.
We explore the history of the great Ashanti empire, in 2 episodes. Don't forget to like, share and subscribe,
Watch Episode 2 here - https://youtu.be/jgCaKaji5T8
published: 14 Apr 2023
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Why Did the Ashanti Empire Fall? | History Series | Sankofa Pan African Series
Why Did the Ashanti Empire Fall? | History Series | Sankofa Pan African Series
Decline with the Anglo-Ashanti Wars. While the Ashanti were expanding their trade networks towards the interior, British merchants and expeditionary forces kept flooding the coast in ever increasing numbers, in hopes of monopolizing coastal trade. This would be the beginning of the empire's decline in the 19th century.
Learn more in this video
#FallOfAshantiKingdom #AshantiKingdom #Ghana
published: 03 Jun 2021
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THE ASANTE: Most Fierce and Richest Tribe
The Asante people, also known as Ashanti are part of the Akan ethnic group who currently occupy a larger part of Ghana. Asantes are the last group to emerge out of the various Akan civilisations. Twi is the language of the Asantes spoken by over nine million Asante people as a first or second language. Insert clip of a someone speaking twi
The Asante's are extremely rich people especially those born to the royal family as the region the Asantes settled on in Ghana has massive gold deposits, This made the Asante kingdom florished massively during the pre-colonial days.
published: 01 Dec 2022
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Historic folktales; Yaa Asantewaa and the Ashanti Resistance
The Lioness Queen: Yaa Asantewaa and the Ashanti Resistance.
In the heart of the Ashanti Empire, nestled among the golden plains of Ghana, there lived a queen who's courage echoed through the ages like the roar of a lioness. Her name was Yaa Asantewaa, beloved by her people for her wisdom and her strength.
According to history, Yaa Asantewaa was a queen mother of the Ashanti Empire in the present day Ghana who led a rebellion against British colonial rule in the early 20th century. Her leadership and bravery in the face of oppression inspired her people to resist the imposition of the British authority and defend their autonomy. Yaa Asantewaa’s story symbolizes the spirit of resistance and empowerment in West Africa’s struggle against colonialism.
I hope you enjoyed the video, don't fo...
published: 27 Feb 2024
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The Ashanti War 1873 & Wolseley's Ashanti Ring
The Anglo-Ashanti War 1873 and Garnet Wolseley's Ashanti Ring.
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Charles Gordon
Part 1 - Chinese Gordon
https://youtu.be/z4DggwS1Wr0
Part 2 - Gordon of Khartoum
https://youtu.be/SzIinMGpHBs
The Battle of Isandlwana (Zulu War 1879)
https://youtu.be/ey0NZnld_P8
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The Ashanti Empire in modern day Ghana, West Africa, were to prove one of the most tenacious enemies the British faced in 19th century Africa.
It would take, t...
published: 16 Feb 2023
8:26
History of the Ashanti Empire , (Ghana Africa)
History of the Ashanti Empire , (Ghana Africa)
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History of the Ashanti Empire , (Ghana Africa)
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History of the Ashanti Empire , (Ghana Africa)
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- published: 21 Aug 2018
- views: 354330
1:34
The Rise and Fall of the Ashanti Empire
See how a small group managed to carve out an empire in modern-day Ghana before the era of colonization.
Music used:
The Complex by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://...
See how a small group managed to carve out an empire in modern-day Ghana before the era of colonization.
Music used:
The Complex by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4488-the-complex
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
https://wn.com/The_Rise_And_Fall_Of_The_Ashanti_Empire
See how a small group managed to carve out an empire in modern-day Ghana before the era of colonization.
Music used:
The Complex by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4488-the-complex
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
- published: 28 Apr 2017
- views: 35178
13:03
Ashanti: Empire of Guns & Gold - African Empires Ep. 4
The Ashanti (Asante) empire is one of the most prosperous empires in Sub-Saharan history. Its history is one of war, peace, technology, and trade. Personally I ...
The Ashanti (Asante) empire is one of the most prosperous empires in Sub-Saharan history. Its history is one of war, peace, technology, and trade. Personally I loved researching this episode.
Sources:
McCaskie, T. C. “Denkyira in the Making of Asante c. 1660-1720.” The Journal of African History, vol. 48, no. 1, Cambridge University Press, 2007, pp. 1–25, http://www.jstor.org/stable/4501014
https://westindiacommittee.org/historyheritageculture/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/WIS-Ashanti.pdf
https://www.culturesofwestafrica.com/history-ashanti-empire-colonization/
(there are more sources linked here: https://www.ascleiden.nl/content/webdossiers/asante-kingdom)
https://wn.com/Ashanti_Empire_Of_Guns_Gold_African_Empires_Ep._4
The Ashanti (Asante) empire is one of the most prosperous empires in Sub-Saharan history. Its history is one of war, peace, technology, and trade. Personally I loved researching this episode.
Sources:
McCaskie, T. C. “Denkyira in the Making of Asante c. 1660-1720.” The Journal of African History, vol. 48, no. 1, Cambridge University Press, 2007, pp. 1–25, http://www.jstor.org/stable/4501014
https://westindiacommittee.org/historyheritageculture/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/WIS-Ashanti.pdf
https://www.culturesofwestafrica.com/history-ashanti-empire-colonization/
(there are more sources linked here: https://www.ascleiden.nl/content/webdossiers/asante-kingdom)
- published: 29 Jan 2022
- views: 19239
57:58
The Fall Of The Ashanti Empire || Lawyer Anokye Frimpong
A lecture on the history of the fall of the Ashanti Empire by Lawyer Anokye Frimpong (Lawyer and Historian). #amaghana #timefm #history #ashanti #ghana
A lecture on the history of the fall of the Ashanti Empire by Lawyer Anokye Frimpong (Lawyer and Historian). #amaghana #timefm #history #ashanti #ghana
https://wn.com/The_Fall_Of_The_Ashanti_Empire_||_Lawyer_Anokye_Frimpong
A lecture on the history of the fall of the Ashanti Empire by Lawyer Anokye Frimpong (Lawyer and Historian). #amaghana #timefm #history #ashanti #ghana
- published: 13 Sep 2023
- views: 54077
44:49
The Golden Stool - History Of Africa with Zeinab Badawi [Episode 14]
In this episode, Zeinab Badawi travels to Ghana and Cote D’Ivoire to find out about the Asante people and their kingdom. We examine the history, myths and leg...
In this episode, Zeinab Badawi travels to Ghana and Cote D’Ivoire to find out about the Asante people and their kingdom. We examine the history, myths and legends of the Asante people. We attend the Akwasidae, a colourful festival where the King of the kings of the Asante - known as the Asantehene - has his gold regalia on full display as a way of projecting wealth and prestige. And we hear about the great Asante queen who led the resistance against the invading British and hid the Asante’s most valued and sacred possession: the Golden Stool. The Asante serve as an example of how despite decades of colonial rule, Africans maintained their traditions and continue to revel in and perpetuate their heritage and customs.
Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica
Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/
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https://wn.com/The_Golden_Stool_History_Of_Africa_With_Zeinab_Badawi_Episode_14
In this episode, Zeinab Badawi travels to Ghana and Cote D’Ivoire to find out about the Asante people and their kingdom. We examine the history, myths and legends of the Asante people. We attend the Akwasidae, a colourful festival where the King of the kings of the Asante - known as the Asantehene - has his gold regalia on full display as a way of projecting wealth and prestige. And we hear about the great Asante queen who led the resistance against the invading British and hid the Asante’s most valued and sacred possession: the Golden Stool. The Asante serve as an example of how despite decades of colonial rule, Africans maintained their traditions and continue to revel in and perpetuate their heritage and customs.
Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica
Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa
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- published: 10 Apr 2020
- views: 1725605
7:31
Rise of the Ashanti Empire - Episode 1
We're starting a new format with this episode. Fewer episodes per series, and shorter episodes.
We explore the history of the great Ashanti empire, in 2 episo...
We're starting a new format with this episode. Fewer episodes per series, and shorter episodes.
We explore the history of the great Ashanti empire, in 2 episodes. Don't forget to like, share and subscribe,
Watch Episode 2 here - https://youtu.be/jgCaKaji5T8
https://wn.com/Rise_Of_The_Ashanti_Empire_Episode_1
We're starting a new format with this episode. Fewer episodes per series, and shorter episodes.
We explore the history of the great Ashanti empire, in 2 episodes. Don't forget to like, share and subscribe,
Watch Episode 2 here - https://youtu.be/jgCaKaji5T8
- published: 14 Apr 2023
- views: 5933
12:01
Why Did the Ashanti Empire Fall? | History Series | Sankofa Pan African Series
Why Did the Ashanti Empire Fall? | History Series | Sankofa Pan African Series
Decline with the Anglo-Ashanti Wars. While the Ashanti were expanding their trad...
Why Did the Ashanti Empire Fall? | History Series | Sankofa Pan African Series
Decline with the Anglo-Ashanti Wars. While the Ashanti were expanding their trade networks towards the interior, British merchants and expeditionary forces kept flooding the coast in ever increasing numbers, in hopes of monopolizing coastal trade. This would be the beginning of the empire's decline in the 19th century.
Learn more in this video
#FallOfAshantiKingdom #AshantiKingdom #Ghana
https://wn.com/Why_Did_The_Ashanti_Empire_Fall_|_History_Series_|_Sankofa_Pan_African_Series
Why Did the Ashanti Empire Fall? | History Series | Sankofa Pan African Series
Decline with the Anglo-Ashanti Wars. While the Ashanti were expanding their trade networks towards the interior, British merchants and expeditionary forces kept flooding the coast in ever increasing numbers, in hopes of monopolizing coastal trade. This would be the beginning of the empire's decline in the 19th century.
Learn more in this video
#FallOfAshantiKingdom #AshantiKingdom #Ghana
- published: 03 Jun 2021
- views: 10284
3:07
THE ASANTE: Most Fierce and Richest Tribe
The Asante people, also known as Ashanti are part of the Akan ethnic group who currently occupy a larger part of Ghana. Asantes are the last group to emerge out...
The Asante people, also known as Ashanti are part of the Akan ethnic group who currently occupy a larger part of Ghana. Asantes are the last group to emerge out of the various Akan civilisations. Twi is the language of the Asantes spoken by over nine million Asante people as a first or second language. Insert clip of a someone speaking twi
The Asante's are extremely rich people especially those born to the royal family as the region the Asantes settled on in Ghana has massive gold deposits, This made the Asante kingdom florished massively during the pre-colonial days.
https://wn.com/The_Asante_Most_Fierce_And_Richest_Tribe
The Asante people, also known as Ashanti are part of the Akan ethnic group who currently occupy a larger part of Ghana. Asantes are the last group to emerge out of the various Akan civilisations. Twi is the language of the Asantes spoken by over nine million Asante people as a first or second language. Insert clip of a someone speaking twi
The Asante's are extremely rich people especially those born to the royal family as the region the Asantes settled on in Ghana has massive gold deposits, This made the Asante kingdom florished massively during the pre-colonial days.
- published: 01 Dec 2022
- views: 20053
3:41
Historic folktales; Yaa Asantewaa and the Ashanti Resistance
The Lioness Queen: Yaa Asantewaa and the Ashanti Resistance.
In the heart of the Ashanti Empire, nestled among the golden plains of Ghana, there lived a queen ...
The Lioness Queen: Yaa Asantewaa and the Ashanti Resistance.
In the heart of the Ashanti Empire, nestled among the golden plains of Ghana, there lived a queen who's courage echoed through the ages like the roar of a lioness. Her name was Yaa Asantewaa, beloved by her people for her wisdom and her strength.
According to history, Yaa Asantewaa was a queen mother of the Ashanti Empire in the present day Ghana who led a rebellion against British colonial rule in the early 20th century. Her leadership and bravery in the face of oppression inspired her people to resist the imposition of the British authority and defend their autonomy. Yaa Asantewaa’s story symbolizes the spirit of resistance and empowerment in West Africa’s struggle against colonialism.
I hope you enjoyed the video, don't forget to like, subscribe and leave a comment.
#africanhistory #africa #afcon2024 #historicstories #historicstories #folktales #ghana #ashantiregion #voltaregion
#capcut
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The Lioness Queen: Yaa Asantewaa and the Ashanti Resistance.
In the heart of the Ashanti Empire, nestled among the golden plains of Ghana, there lived a queen who's courage echoed through the ages like the roar of a lioness. Her name was Yaa Asantewaa, beloved by her people for her wisdom and her strength.
According to history, Yaa Asantewaa was a queen mother of the Ashanti Empire in the present day Ghana who led a rebellion against British colonial rule in the early 20th century. Her leadership and bravery in the face of oppression inspired her people to resist the imposition of the British authority and defend their autonomy. Yaa Asantewaa’s story symbolizes the spirit of resistance and empowerment in West Africa’s struggle against colonialism.
I hope you enjoyed the video, don't forget to like, subscribe and leave a comment.
#africanhistory #africa #afcon2024 #historicstories #historicstories #folktales #ghana #ashantiregion #voltaregion
#capcut
- published: 27 Feb 2024
- views: 50
19:18
The Ashanti War 1873 & Wolseley's Ashanti Ring
The Anglo-Ashanti War 1873 and Garnet Wolseley's Ashanti Ring.
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The Anglo-Ashanti War 1873 and Garnet Wolseley's Ashanti Ring.
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The career of General Sir Garnet Wolseley
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Wolseley & the Red River Expedition, Canada 1870
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Charles Gordon
Part 1 - Chinese Gordon
https://youtu.be/z4DggwS1Wr0
Part 2 - Gordon of Khartoum
https://youtu.be/SzIinMGpHBs
The Battle of Isandlwana (Zulu War 1879)
https://youtu.be/ey0NZnld_P8
The Battle of Rorke's Drift (Zulu War 1879)
https://youtu.be/YK4_rizmT-Y
The Ashanti Empire in modern day Ghana, West Africa, were to prove one of the most tenacious enemies the British faced in 19th century Africa.
It would take, the ingenuity of one of 19th century Britain’s greatest generals to better them.
This is the story of General Sir Garnet Wolseley and the Third Anglo-Ashanti War of 1873-74.
In 1867, after an internal power struggle, 30-year old Kofi Karikari become king of the Ashanti.
He had no time for the British or the tribes they protected on the coast.
As far as he was concerned these were traditional vassal territories of the ancient Ashanti empire.
In 1873, he sent a 12,000 strong army across the border to prove who was really in charge.
Major General Garnet Wolseley was dispatched to secure British interests, protect the local tribes and bring the Ashanti to heel.
He brought with him a group of 35 hand-picked officers - his fabled Ashanti Ring.
Many would become generals, such as John McNeill, Henry Brackenbury, John Maurice, Redvers Buller, William Butler, Evelyn Wood and George Pomeroy Colley.
Wolseley planned his campaign meticulously to fit in to the 3 month dry season.
Royal Engineers cut a route through the jungle to the border 70 miles away. En-route they constructed 7 fortified bases, containing barracks,, storage sheds, hospitals, water purifying and even bakeries, butchers and post offices.
The engineers also constructed 237 bridges during this campaign.
There was enough quinine for every soldier to be take daily during the campaign.
Wolseley also did away with the British soldiers traditional red tunics, providing uniforms of light grey home spun material. Much cooler and practical for this environment.
Wolseley’s army consisting of British troops from the 42nd regiment (the Black Watch), the Welch Fusiliers, the Rifle brigade, as well as Royal Marines and sailors advanced in January 1874.
They were joined by the 1st and 2nd West Indian Regiments and two regiments of local African recruits.
On the 31st January, he defeated the Ashanti army at the Battle of of Amoaful and 4 days later entered their capital as Kumasi.
Seizing anything of value, the British then blew up the royal palace and set fire to the city.
The third Anglo-Ashanti war was over.
Wolseley’s victory in the Ashanti War had cost just 18 men killed in battle and a further 55 dead from disease.
He had managed a campaign through dense jungle and had got his army in and out during the 3 month dry season.
Wolseley returned to a heros welcome in Britain.
Sir Garnet Wolseley was feted in the press as “Our Only General”.
His meticulous organisation led to a popular slang phrase in Victorian Britain: “All Sir Garnet” which meant everything was okay or sorted.
#theashantiwar1873
#generalgarnetwolseley #theashantiring
Chapters
0:00 Intro
0:54 The Ashanti Empire
2:42 British in West Africa
4:11 Prelude to War
6:55 General Garnet Wolseley
10:30 "All Sir Garnet"
13:09 Battle of Amoaful
15:37 Capture of Kumasi
17:00 Wolseley - "Our Only General"
18:30 The History Chap
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The Anglo-Ashanti War 1873 and Garnet Wolseley's Ashanti Ring.
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The career of General Sir Garnet Wolseley
https://youtu.be/eEwqsjQ98mo
Wolseley & the Red River Expedition, Canada 1870
https://youtu.be/S4d5vW8Y5ac
Charles Gordon
Part 1 - Chinese Gordon
https://youtu.be/z4DggwS1Wr0
Part 2 - Gordon of Khartoum
https://youtu.be/SzIinMGpHBs
The Battle of Isandlwana (Zulu War 1879)
https://youtu.be/ey0NZnld_P8
The Battle of Rorke's Drift (Zulu War 1879)
https://youtu.be/YK4_rizmT-Y
The Ashanti Empire in modern day Ghana, West Africa, were to prove one of the most tenacious enemies the British faced in 19th century Africa.
It would take, the ingenuity of one of 19th century Britain’s greatest generals to better them.
This is the story of General Sir Garnet Wolseley and the Third Anglo-Ashanti War of 1873-74.
In 1867, after an internal power struggle, 30-year old Kofi Karikari become king of the Ashanti.
He had no time for the British or the tribes they protected on the coast.
As far as he was concerned these were traditional vassal territories of the ancient Ashanti empire.
In 1873, he sent a 12,000 strong army across the border to prove who was really in charge.
Major General Garnet Wolseley was dispatched to secure British interests, protect the local tribes and bring the Ashanti to heel.
He brought with him a group of 35 hand-picked officers - his fabled Ashanti Ring.
Many would become generals, such as John McNeill, Henry Brackenbury, John Maurice, Redvers Buller, William Butler, Evelyn Wood and George Pomeroy Colley.
Wolseley planned his campaign meticulously to fit in to the 3 month dry season.
Royal Engineers cut a route through the jungle to the border 70 miles away. En-route they constructed 7 fortified bases, containing barracks,, storage sheds, hospitals, water purifying and even bakeries, butchers and post offices.
The engineers also constructed 237 bridges during this campaign.
There was enough quinine for every soldier to be take daily during the campaign.
Wolseley also did away with the British soldiers traditional red tunics, providing uniforms of light grey home spun material. Much cooler and practical for this environment.
Wolseley’s army consisting of British troops from the 42nd regiment (the Black Watch), the Welch Fusiliers, the Rifle brigade, as well as Royal Marines and sailors advanced in January 1874.
They were joined by the 1st and 2nd West Indian Regiments and two regiments of local African recruits.
On the 31st January, he defeated the Ashanti army at the Battle of of Amoaful and 4 days later entered their capital as Kumasi.
Seizing anything of value, the British then blew up the royal palace and set fire to the city.
The third Anglo-Ashanti war was over.
Wolseley’s victory in the Ashanti War had cost just 18 men killed in battle and a further 55 dead from disease.
He had managed a campaign through dense jungle and had got his army in and out during the 3 month dry season.
Wolseley returned to a heros welcome in Britain.
Sir Garnet Wolseley was feted in the press as “Our Only General”.
His meticulous organisation led to a popular slang phrase in Victorian Britain: “All Sir Garnet” which meant everything was okay or sorted.
#theashantiwar1873
#generalgarnetwolseley #theashantiring
Chapters
0:00 Intro
0:54 The Ashanti Empire
2:42 British in West Africa
4:11 Prelude to War
6:55 General Garnet Wolseley
10:30 "All Sir Garnet"
13:09 Battle of Amoaful
15:37 Capture of Kumasi
17:00 Wolseley - "Our Only General"
18:30 The History Chap
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My name is Chris Green and I am on a mission to share stories from British history. Not just because they are interesting but because, good or bad, they have shaped the world we live in today.
History should not be stuffy or a long list of dates or kings & queens.
So rather than lectures or Youtube animations, I tell stories that bring the past to life.
My aim is to be chat as if I were having a coffee or meal with you. Jean in Maryland, USA recently wrote: "Chris, is the history teacher I wish I had at school!"
Just for the record, I do have a history degree in Medieval & Modern history from the University of Birmingham.
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- published: 16 Feb 2023
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