Ghana Armed Forces Museum
The Armed Forces Museum, also known as the Kumasi Fort, stands in Kumasi, Ghana. Established in 1953, it was originally built by the British in 1896 on the site of the destroyed Aban Palace during the Third Anglo-Ashanti War. The fort served a pivotal role during colonial times; notably, Yaa Asantewaa and other rebels held Britons captive there for weeks in March 1900 before they were rescued.
The museum's collection is rich with military artefacts from various conflicts. It features weapons used by the Gold Coast army during World War II, alongside medals awarded to soldiers. Other exhibits include armoured cars, anti-aircraft guns, and photographs documenting battles in Congo, Myanmar, and Lebanon. The second hall displays human bones and rifle stocks found locally, while the third showcases portraits of key military figures from the Royal West African Frontier Force and the Gold Coast force. Additional halls feature portraits of Prempeh I, Prempeh II, and Yaa Asantewaa, along with military company flags and national banners.
Source: Wikipedia
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