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The Ashantee War, Arrival of the Governor at Cape Coast Castle: the Delighted Fantees
THE ASHANTEE WAR, ARRIVAL OF THE GOVERNOR AT CAPE COAST CASTLE: The delighted Fantees, The Beauty and Fashion, The Tom-Tom Band, The Governor landed through Surf by Friendly Natives, The Colonial Secretary, The Guard of Honour, 2nd West India Regiment, The Rank and Fashion, The Mob, ANGLO ASHANTI WAR, GHANA, 1873 engraving
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Media ID 9714815
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1873 Engraving Anglo Arrival Ashantee Ashanti Band Beauty Cape Castle Coast Colonial Fashion Friendly Ghana Governor Guard Honour India Landed Natives Rank Regiment Secretary Surf West Delighted Tom Tom
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The Ashantee War, Arrival of the Governor at Cape Coast Castle - the Delighted Fantees
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This vintage engraving from 1873 transports us back to a significant moment in history - the arrival of the Governor at Cape Coast Castle during the Anglo-Ashanti War. The image is rich with cultural and artistic details that showcase the beauty and fashion of that era. In this scene, we witness a joyful gathering of friendly natives known as Fantees, eagerly welcoming their esteemed guest. Their vibrant attire and impeccable sense of style reflect both their heritage and Victorian influences. As they celebrate with music and dance, a lively tom-tom band adds rhythm to the air. The Governor's arrival through treacherous surf highlights his bravery while being assisted by these hospitable locals. Standing tall beside him is his trusted Colonial Secretary, surrounded by an honor guard from the 2nd West India Regiment. Amidst this grand spectacle, we catch glimpses of rank and fashion among onlookers who form a bustling mob in anticipation. This nineteenth-century engraving captures not only historical events but also illustrative techniques prevalent during that time. With its retro charm and meticulous attention to detail, this engraved image takes us on a visual journey into Ghana's past. It serves as an invaluable piece of historic art that allows us to delve into different cultures while appreciating our shared human history.
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