Ashantees Collection

Colonel Festing rescuing Lieut. Eardley-Wilmots body
Colonel Francis Worgan Festing (1833-1886), rescuing the body of Lieut. Eardley-Wilmot during the Ashanti War (1873-74) from a sketch by the officer of the expedition

The Ashantee War, Ashantees buying Muskets with Gold Dust at Assinee (engraving)
1048909 The Ashantee War, Ashantees buying Muskets with Gold Dust at Assinee (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ashantee War)

British Expedition to Coomassie, Houssas, under Captain Cramer and Captain Irvine
1100328 British Expedition to Coomassie, Houssas, under Captain Cramer and Captain Irvine, conveying the Ultimatum to the Ashantees (b/w photo) by English photographer

The War on the Gold Coast (engraving)
1621124 The War on the Gold Coast (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War on the Gold Coast)

The War on the Gold Coast, Ashantees in Ambush (engraving)
1105447 The War on the Gold Coast, Ashantees in Ambush (engraving) by Hopkins, Arthur (1848-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War on the Gold Coast, Ashantees in Ambush)

Defeat of the Ashantees, by the British forces under the command of Coll. Sutherland, July 11th 1824. Coloured lithograph by C Hullmandel after Denis Dighton, published by J Robins, London, 1825

Source Size = 3982 x 4167
The War on the Gold Coast: Ashantees in Ambush, 1874

The Ashanti War: Ashantees Buying Muskets with Gold Dust at Assinee, Ghana, 1890
ASHANTEES BUYING MUSKETS WITH GOLD DUST AT ASSINEE, THE ASHANTEE WAR 1873. Anglo-Ashanti Wars between the Ashanti Empire, now Ghana, and the British Empire in the 19th century

The Ashanti War: Ashantees Buying Muskets With Gold Dust At Assinee, Ghana, 1890 Engraving

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"The Ashantee War: A Tale of Bravery, Defeat, and Redemption" In the heart of the Ashantee War, Colonel Festing emerges as a hero, fearlessly rescuing Lieutenant Eardley-Wilmot's lifeless body from the clutches of battle. The defeat of the Ashantees by the mighty British forces marks a turning point in history. Amidst escalating tensions on the Gold Coast, an engraving captures the chilling moment when Assin Chiefs face execution for their treacherous actions. The threat of war looms large as both sides prepare for a fierce confrontation. Engraved scenes depict how Ashantees cunningly trade gold dust for muskets at Assinee, showcasing their resourcefulness amidst adversity. Meanwhile, Captain Cramer and Captain Irvine lead a brave Houssas expedition to Coomassie with an ultimatum that could change everything. The war rages on along Ghana's shores; engravings vividly portray ambushes orchestrated by relentless Ashantees. With each stroke of artistry, we witness firsthand the courage and resilience displayed by both sides in this epic conflict. Through these captivating engravings capturing moments from "The Ashantee War, " we delve into a chapter defined by sacrifice and determination. As history unfolds before our eyes, it becomes clear that this clash between nations will forever leave its mark on humanity. (Word count.