Asante Empire

Definition

The Asante Empire, also known as the Ashanti Empire, was a powerful West African state that existed from 1701 to 1957. It was known for its wealth and military prowess.

Related terms

Akan People: An ethnic group in Ghana from which the Ashanti royalty emerged.

Gold Coast: A British colony on the Gulf of Guinea in west Africa that became the independent nation of Ghana in 1957. The region was named after its abundant gold reserves which attracted European traders.

Osei Tutu: The founder and first ruler of the Asante nation who expanded his influence through diplomacy and warfare.