The Siege of Kumassi

by Mary Alice Young Hodgson

Book Overview

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...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1019422807
• ISBN13: 9781019422809
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Legare Street Press
• Length: 372 Pages
• Weight: 1.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.1" x 9.2"