Black History Month Video: Kingdom of Asante

Picture of the stool. A sacred symbol for the Kingdom of Asante

The Asante Kingdom was one of the most powerful kingdoms in West Africa. A disciplined and militaristic people, the Asante people were able to unite the Akan people under one banner and forge one of the richest and most powerful empires in African history. This video sheds light on the culture and the history of the people and hopefully it provides great insight into these powerful people. Enjoy!