King Guezo of Dahomey, 1850-52

King Guezo of Dahomey, 1850-52
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Publisher : Stationery Office Books (TSO)
Total Pages : 252
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Download or read book King Guezo of Dahomey, 1850-52 written by Tim Coates and published by Stationery Office Books (TSO). This book was released on 2001 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In order to bring an end to slave dealing the British Navy went in search of the final traders and offered them large sums of money in exchange for firm promises to give up their lucrative business. Guezo, King of Dahomey had an army of 3000 women, to each of which he was married, having sold all the menfolk as slaves. For entertainment he indulged in the sacrifice of trespassers from neighbouring West African countries. He welcomed the approach of the naval officers, declaring Victoria and Albert as his closest friends.


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