The Mighty Ashanti: Rival to the British Empire
Not Just the Tudors
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The Culture and Legacy of the Ashanti Empire
The chapter delves into the hierarchical, militaristic, and spiritual culture of the Akan people, particularly the Ashanti. It discusses the prominent role of women and the queen mother in the society, highlighting the unique matrilineal and matriarchal aspects of the Ashanti Empire. The narrative explores the historical conflicts with the British Empire, the enduring legacy of the Ashanti Empire in West Africa, and the preservation of customs and traditions in present-day Kumasi.
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