They were commanded by Kofia, one of the most turbulent and determined of their chiefs.

The attack did not come as a surprise for, the day before, a number of Ashantis had been found in a village which was rushed.

The active allies now searched the woods thoroughly, and succeeded in ascertaining the spot where the enemy had their war camp.

They had been careful that the Ashantis had no notion of our approach, and a number of them were shot down by the Maxims and rifles.
The enemy, who held a strong position on the hilltop, rushed down and attacked our front and flank.

Their number was estimated at four thousand.