The Armed Forces Museum, also known as Kumasi Fort, is a fascinating military history museum in Kumasi, Ghana. Built by the British in 1897, it replaced a fort destroyed during an armed rebellion following the Third Anglo-Ashanti War. This historic site was once the scene of Yaa Asantewaa’s famous 1900 rebellion, where she and her forces held 29 Britons captive for weeks before they were eventually rescued.
In 1953, the fort was converted into a museum, showcasing military artifacts, weapons, and medals, particularly from the Anglo-Ashanti Wars and World War II. Visitors can explore halls filled with captured weapons, maps from historic conflicts, and portraits of key figures like Prempeh I, Prempeh II, and Yaa Asantewaa. One of the more chilling exhibits features human bones uncovered during the construction of a nearby lorry park.
The museum offers a deep dive into Ghana’s military history, with items like armored cars, anti-aircraft guns, and flags from the Gold Coast era, making it a must-visit for history buffs.
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