Marked official start of the War of the Golden Stool, led by Yaa Asantewaa.
The formal commencement of the War of the Golden Stool on March 28, 1900, marked a defining moment in the Ashanti’s fight against British colonialism. Under Yaa Asantewaa's leadership, the Ashanti people mobilized to resist British attempts to usurp control over their sacred artifact—the Golden Stool, symbolizing Ashanti unity and power. Her resistance was instrumental in demonstrating the Ashanti spirit and challenging the imposition of colonial rule. This action not only protected Ashanti heritage but also fueled future movements towards independence across the continent.