The Story Of The Ashantee Campaign (1874)

By Winwood Reade

Book Overview

The Story Of The Ashantee Campaign (1874) is a historical account of the military campaign against the Ashanti Kingdom in West Africa by British forces in 1873-1874. The book is written by Winwood Reade, a British journalist and explorer who accompanied the expedition as a correspondent for the Daily Telegraph. The book details the political and social context of the campaign, including the Ashanti Kingdom's history, culture, and military tactics. It also describes the British preparations for the campaign, including the recruitment of African allies and the construction of a railway to transport troops and supplies. Reade provides a vivid and detailed account of the military operations, including the battles of Amoaful, Ordahsu, and Becquah, as well as the final assault on the Ashanti capital of Kumasi. He also describes the challenges faced by the British forces, including disease, harsh terrain, and fierce resistance from the Ashanti warriors. Throughout the book, Reade reflects on the broader implications of the campaign, including its impact on British imperialism in Africa and the relationship between European powers and African nations. The Story Of The Ashantee Campaign (1874) is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the complexities of colonialism and the African experience of European expansion in the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104401010
• ISBN13: 9781104401016
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 444 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"