Скачать или смотреть Rise of the Ashanti Empire and how they became the most powerful kingdom in Ghana ( West Africa)

This video is a history of The Ashanti kingdom, one of the most powerful empires in African history and the most powerful kingdom in Ghana. Deep in the rainforests of West Africa—modern-day Ghana—a powerful kingdom was born in blood, gold, and unity. From scattered forest clans emerged the Ashanti Empire (Asanteman), forged by King Osei Tutu I and the mystic priest Okomfo Anokye under the divine symbol of the Golden Stool, the living soul of the Ashanti people.

Through courage, faith, and brilliant statecraft, the Ashanti rose to become one of Africa’s greatest empires—defeating mighty foes like Denkyira, expanding across West Africa into Ivory Coast and Togo, and controlling vast networks of gold and trade. Their armies were disciplined, their leaders wise, and their capital Kumasi shone as the “Golden City” of the forest.

But the same power that built their empire drew the attention of the British Empire. After nearly a century of brutal warfare—the Anglo-Ashanti Wars—the Ashanti were finally subdued, though never fully conquered. When the British sought to claim the Golden Stool, Queen Yaa Asantewaa led one last rebellion to defend the nation’s soul.

Though their empire fell in 1902, the spirit of the Ashanti endures—in their traditions, artistry, leadership, and pride. The Ashanti Empire remains a symbol of African unity, resistance, and greatness—a golden legacy that time could not destroy.