The initiated' by Kweku Andrews (Andrews, n.d.)

Item — Box: 6, slide: 14.21.12

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Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

Slides of Africa from various sources; these slides document a variety of topics such as agriculture, landscapes, city scenes, villages, architecture, industry, transportation, commerce, and people, from throughout Africa during the 20th century.

Dates

Majority of material found within 1960 - 2000

Conditions Governing Access

There are no restrictions on use of the materials in the department for research; all patrons must comply with federal copyright regulations. To inquire about access to this collection, please contact the Herskovits Library at africana@northwestern.edu.

Extent

From the Collection: 99 Boxes (99 slide boxes.)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

General

Initiation is one of the most important traditions among the Krobos in Ghana. The ceremony marks the ability of young girls to get married. On this occasion, the girls, about 17 years of age, are dressed in gorgeous dresses that will appeal to the young men and hasten them to propose marriage. The leather signifies the importance of the ancestor in the family. The gold tacks show the wealth of the family. The red symbols explain the need for the blessing of the spirits, and the faith and love that should prevail at all times between husband and wife.