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The Ashanti War (1873-74) - Correspondents Quarters at Prah
Newspaper correspondents quarters in the camp at Prahsu. The man seated is the Times correspondent. Of the three men standing together represent, from left to right, the New York Herald, the Illustrated London News (middle) and the Standard newspapers here to report on war. The second Ashanti War fought between, 1873-74, was between King Kofi Karikari, ruler of the Ashanti (or Asantehene), and the British. Both were trying to secure the coastal town of Elmina on the West Coast of Africa also known as the Gold Coast
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1873 1874 Asantehene Ashanti Correspondent El Mina Fought Herald Karikari Kofi News Paper Prah Quarters Report Represent Ruler Secure Standard Times Prahsu
27x27 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating collection of poster prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image "The Ashanti War (1873-74) - Correspondents Quarters at Prah." This evocative photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time to the heart of the Ashanti War, as British and allied forces clashed with the Ashanti Empire in West Africa. Witness the intriguing scene of newspaper correspondents at their quarters in the camp at Prahsu, where the man seated is identified as the correspondent from The Times. Joining him, from left to right, are the representatives from the New York Herald, adding an international dimension to the momentous events unfolding before their eyes. Bring this piece of history to life in your home or office with our high-quality poster prints, meticulously reproduced to preserve the rich details and nuances of this remarkable image. Each print is a testament to the power of storytelling and the importance of documenting history as it unfolds. Order yours today and let the captivating tale of "The Ashanti War (1873-74) - Correspondents Quarters at Prah" inspire and educate for generations to come.
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Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This historical print captures the Correspondents Quarters at Prah during the Ashanti War of 1873-74. The man seated in the center is none other than the Times correspondent, diligently recording the events unfolding before him. Standing beside him are representatives from three prominent newspapers - the New York Herald, Illustrated London News, and Standard - all present to report on this significant conflict between King Kofi Karikari of the Ashanti and the British.
The second Ashanti War was a pivotal moment in history as both sides vied for control over Elmina, a crucial coastal town on Africa's Gold Coast. This image provides a rare glimpse into the camp where these journalists were stationed, capturing an important chapter in colonial history.
As we reflect on this photograph, we are reminded of the power of journalism in documenting and shaping our understanding of past events. These correspondents played a vital role in bringing news from distant lands to readers around the world, shedding light on conflicts that would have otherwise remained hidden.
Through this print from Mary Evans Prints Online, we are transported back to a time when war correspondents risked their lives to bring us stories that continue to resonate with importance today.
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