The 1854 Poll Tax Revolt and the Battle of Christiansborg

In 1854, the British colonial government on the Gold Coast imposed a poll tax on the local population, sparking a widespread revolt that culminated in the Battle of Christiansborg. This episode explores the events of the 1854 Poll Tax Ordinance, the role of Nana Oye and the Anona clan, the siege of Christiansborg Castle, and the brutal British bombardment from the HMS Scourge. We examine how the revolt shaped early Gold Coast resistance and laid groundwork for later independence movements. Key figures include Governor Benjamin Pine, James Bannerman, and the warrior priestess Nana Oye. The episode also touches on the divide between coastal Fante states and the British, and the legacy of this rebellion in Ghanaian history. Perfect for listeners who want a deeper understanding of Ghana's colonial-era uprisings. #GoldCoast #PollTaxRevolt #NanaOye #Christiansborg #BattleOfChristiansborg #HMSScourge #BenjaminPine #JamesBannerman #Anona #Fante #GhanaHistory #ColonialResistance #1854 #WestAfrica #History #FexingoHistory #Ghana #Podcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo