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Asante Invasion of the Coast
- When
- 1873
- Where
- Gold Coast
Asante forces invaded the coast in 1873 to prevent revenue loss from a disputed post, marking the start of the conflict.
To ensure revenue from a specific post continued, Asante staged an invasion of the coast in 1873. This action was a response to British influence increasing after the purchase of the Dutch Gold Coast in 1872, setting the stage for the subsequent British military response.
Sources
- Gold Coast (British colony) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-27
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