Ashanti Obuasi Gold Mines, Ghana, Gold Coast, West Africa
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Ashanti Obuasi Gold Mines, Ghana, Gold Coast, West Africa
Ashanti Obuasi Gold Mines Corporation, Ghana, Gold Coast, West Africa. Date: circa 1910
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Ashanti Corporation Ghana Ghanaian Mines Mining Offices Obuasi
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This evocative photograph captures the bustling activity at the Ashanti Obuasi Gold Mines in Ghana, Gold Coast, West Africa, circa 1910. The image presents a panoramic view of the mining site, with its impressive colonial-era buildings standing proudly against a backdrop of lush, tropical trees. The Ashanti Obuasi Gold Mines Corporation was a significant player in the global gold industry during the early 1900s, and this photograph offers a glimpse into the operations of this thriving enterprise. The photograph reveals a scene of organized chaos, as workers scurry about their duties, horses and carts transport supplies, and steam engines belch smoke into the air. The mining buildings, with their red-tiled roofs and whitewashed walls, exude an air of authority and efficiency. The trees, with their vibrant green leaves, provide a stark contrast to the industrial machinery and underscore the rich natural resources that drew European powers to the region. The Ashanti Obuasi Gold Mines were located in the Ashanti region of present-day Ghana, and the site has a long and complex history. Gold was first discovered in the area in the late 19th century, and the British, who had established a protectorate over the Gold Coast in 1874, moved quickly to exploit the valuable resource. The Ashanti Obuasi Gold Mines Corporation was formed in 1897, and the company's operations continued until the 1960s, when Ghana gained its independence. This photograph is a testament to the rich history of gold mining in Ghana and the significant role it played in the country's economic and social development. It also serves as a reminder of the complex interplay between colonialism, resource extraction, and the natural environment.
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