Battle, Ritual, and Community: Asafo Flags of the Fante People

Sew What?

English - January 27, 2022 12:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MB
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In this mini episode, Isabella discusses the Asafo flags of the Fante, who live in Ghana's coastal region. Asafo flags are vibrant, appliquéd flags that combine folklore, proverbs, and heraldry.

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