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'Attack on Sansandig by Ahmadou's army; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown
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'Attack on Sansandig by Ahmadou's army; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Attack on Sansandig by Ahmadou's army; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin
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1870s Attack Attacking Bambara Bates Henry Walter Bates Hw Cassell Petter Galpin Eugene Abdon Mage Henry Walter Bates Hw Bates Illustrated Travels Mage Eugene Abdon Mali Petter And Galpin Tribal Tribe West Africa West African Armed Services Cassell Segou
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Attack on Sansanding by Ahmadou's Army: A Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875" is an intriguing and historically significant photograph from the 1870s, depicting a pivotal moment in the military campaign led by Ahmadou Ahmadu Tall, also known as Ahmad al-Madani al-Kabir at-Tijani, against the Segou Empire in West Africa. The image is taken from "Illustrated Travels" by Henry Walter Bates, published by Cassell, Petter, and Galpin in London. The photograph captures the intensity of the moment as Ahmadou's army charges towards the fortified town of Sansanding. Men on horseback, some brandishing weapons, lead the charge, while foot soldiers follow closely behind. In the background, a group of men and women watch the scene unfold, their expressions a mix of fear, curiosity, and determination. Ahmadou Ahmadu Tall was a prominent leader of the Bambara people, a major ethnic group in Mali. He led a successful military campaign against the Segou Empire, which had long dominated the region. The victory marked a significant shift in power dynamics in the area and paved the way for the emergence of the Tukulor Empire under the leadership of Alfa Aliyu Mahdi. The photograph provides a glimpse into the rich history of West Africa during the 19th century, a time of intense political and social change. It also highlights the role of military power and leadership in shaping the region's political landscape. The photograph is a valuable addition to any collection of African history, anthropology, or military history. The creator of the photograph is unknown, but it is believed to have been taken by Eugene Abdon Mage, a French photographer who worked for Cassell, Petter, and Galpin. The photograph is a testament to the power of visual storytelling and the importance of preserving historical records for future generations.
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