The Siege of Kumassi is a gripping account of the 1896 British expedition to Ashanti, led by Frederick Hodgson, governor of the Gold Coast colony. Written by his wife, Mary Alice Young Hodgson, this book provides a firsthand perspective on the brutal campaign to capture the capital of the Ashanti empire. With vivid descriptions of battles, cultural differences, and personal sacrifices, The Siege of Kumassi offers a fascinating glimpse into a little-known...
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