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Elmina Castle, Gold Coast [i.e. Ghana], 1924

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/PC Gold Coast/28

Scope and Contents

The caption on the reverse reads: 'Elmina Castle, Gold Coast. Elmina Castle is the finest and one of the most romantic forts on the Gold Coast. Built originally with materials brought from Europe in 1482 by Diego d'Azambuja, it was held in turn by the Portuguese and Dutch being finally transferred to the British in 1872'.

Dates

  • Creation: 1924

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

From the Fonds:

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Language of Materials

English

Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements

Good condition.

General

KS.

Finding aid date

2003-11-19 12:02:57+00:00

Includes index.

Repository Details

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