Prah Collection

The War, the Fleet of Steamers hired by the Government as Transports to convey the Troops to South Africa (litho)
1043230 The War, the Fleet of Steamers hired by the Government as Transports to convey the Troops to South Africa (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War)

A struggle between the Swallow and a Malay prah (engraving)
2781469 A struggle between the Swallow and a Malay prah (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A struggle between the Swallow and a Malay prah)

The Ashantee War, fixing Telegraph Wires on the Road to the Prah (engraving)
1105521 The Ashantee War, fixing Telegraph Wires on the Road to the Prah (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ashantee War)

Pontoon Bridge over the Prah, January 1874 (engraving)
967268 Pontoon Bridge over the Prah, January 1874 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pontoon Bridge over the Prah, January 1874)

The Ashantee War, the Camp of Mansu, on the Road to the Prah (engraving)
1105538 The Ashantee War, the Camp of Mansu, on the Road to the Prah (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ashantee War, the Camp of Mansu)

The Ashantee War, Inquabim, the First Station on the Road to the Prah (engraving)
1105516 The Ashantee War, Inquabim, the First Station on the Road to the Prah (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ashantee War, Inquabim)

The Ashantee War, on the March to Coomassie (engraving)
1058441 The Ashantee War, on the March to Coomassie (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ashantee War, on the March to Coomassie)

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The Ashantee War: the Camp of Mansu, on the Road to the Prah, 1874

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The Ashantee War: Ashantee Ambassadors Crossing the Prah, 1874

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The Ashantee War: Fixing Telegraph Wires on the Road to the Prah, 1874

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The Ashantee War: Inquabim, the First Station on the Road to the Prah, 1874

Giant Buddha Statue - Prah Khan, Cambodia
A Giant statue of Buddha at Preah Khan is a temple at Angkor, Cambodia, built in the 12th century for King Jayavarman VII

The Ashanti War (1873-74)
The British camp of Mansu on the road to the Prah river during the 2nd Ashanti War (1873-74). In 1873, after decades of an uneasy relationship between the British

A village on the river Prah during the 2nd Ashanti War
On their march towards the Ashanti capital of Kumasi, British soldiers watch the peaceful scene of women catching fish and tritons in the river Prah

Sentries of the different lines of troops in Camp at Prahsu
Sentries of the different lines of troops in camp at Prah-su during the 2nd Ashanti War (1873-74). In 1873, after decades of an uneasy relationship between the British

The Ashanti War (1873-74) The camp at Prah-su, 1874
Native artillery crossing the river at the camp at Prah-su, on the river Prah. Native bearers or carriers bring artillery over the bridge

The Ashanti War (1873-74) - Native carriers crossing mangrov
This shows the difficulties of the native bearers as they tried to cross the mangroves on the river banks of the river Prah

The Ashanti War (1873-74) - Arrival of the Naval Brigade at
Arrival of the Naval Brigade in camp at Prahsu (on the river Prah, which had to be crossed to reach the coast). The second Ashanti War fought between, 1873-74, was between King Kofi Karikari

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 Ashanti War (1873-74) - fixing telegraph wires
Fixing telegraph wires on the road to the Prah river. The Ashanti warriors had crossed this river to reach the coast where they tried to maintain a stronghold

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"Prah: A Journey Through the Ashantee War" Step into the captivating world of the Ashantee War, where lithos and engravings bring to life the remarkable events that unfolded. From The Revolt in Ashanti to The War, witness history through a visual narrative. Immerse yourself in The Fleet of Steamers hired by the Government as Transports to convey the Troops to South Africa. Feel the anticipation and tension as these vessels set sail towards an unknown destiny. Experience a struggle like no other between The Swallow and a Malay prah. Witness their clash, symbolizing resilience and determination amidst adversity. Follow brave soldiers fixing Telegraph Wires on the Road to the Prah, connecting distant lands with communication lines that bridged gaps both physical and metaphorical. Marvel at Pontoon Bridge over the Prah, January 1874 - an engineering marvel enabling troops' passage across treacherous waters. Reflect upon human ingenuity in times of war. Discover Camp Mansu on the Road to Prah - a temporary home for warriors preparing for battle. Sense their camaraderie and unwavering spirit as they face uncertain futures together. Witness Inquabim, First Station on Road to Prah - a pivotal point along this arduous journey. Contemplate its significance as troops gather strength before pressing forward towards Coomassie. Embark on The March to Coomassie itself - an engraving capturing soldiers' resolute strides towards victory or sacrifice. Admire their courage as they navigate hostile terrain with unwavering resolve. Engage with multiple depictions of The Ashantee War's intensity etched forever in time; each engraving encapsulating stories untold yet preserved within these images frozen by history's hand. Through these lithos and engravings, we glimpse into humanity's capacity for bravery amidst conflict; reminding us that even amid chaos, there is artistry worth cherishing.