The Bannerman Political Family and the Imperial Franchise (1850-63) - V. L. K. Djokoto

In 1843, when the Crown took over the Gold Coast Forts and Settlements from the London Committee of Merchants, it Crown retained the tradition of the London Committee of Merchants in appointing, exclusively, reputable men to its organisation. Under the 1829 39;Rules for conducting the Affairs of Cape Coast Castle and Accra, and securing th ...