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Madam Yoko
African Curator1880
Sierra Leone National Museum
Freetown, Sierra Leone
In the early 1880s, Madam Yoko was installed as Paramount Chief of the Kpaa Mende. She proved to be a very useful diplomat for the Colonial Administration and other friendly chiefs. Madam Yoko had a lot of respect throughout her region, particularly among women. She was a powerful member of the Sande society.
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- Title: Madam Yoko
- Creator: African Curator
- Date Created: 1880
- Location Created: Bo, Sierra Leone
- Type: Image
- Original Source: African Curator
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