fommanah

Updated: June 7, 2025

Short as the time had been that the force was on shore, already large numbers were suffering from sickness, and out of the total European force of 1800 men, 215 were already unfit for duty. Without opposition the force arrived as far as Fommanah, a large village 30 miles from Coomassie. Here letters were received from the king, asking for peace.

William Henry Giles Kingston - Our Sailors: Gallant Deeds of the British Navy during Victoria's Reign

Thus, out of the whole European force of 1800 men forming the main body, 215 men and 3 officers were unfitted for duty. Fommanah, a large village 30 miles from Coomassie, having been deserted by the enemy, was entered on the 24th.

William Henry Giles Kingston - Our Soldiers: Gallant Deeds of the British Army during Victoria's Reign