“Descendant Welcomes Biography of Sarah Forbes Bonetta, African Girl Gifted to Queen Victor” — what this page in the network covers. A new biography explores the extraordinary life of Sarah Forbes Bonetta, an African girl who was captured by King Ghezo of Dahomey and later presented as a 'diplomatic gift' to Queen Victoria at Windsor Castle. Bonetta, born Àìná, was just seven years old when she met the British monarch, who took an interest in her welfare, funding her education and later approving her marriage to James Pinson Labulo Davies, a wealthy West African businessman.
Victoria also became godmother to Bonetta's first daughter, Victoria Davies, cementing a remarkable cross-cultural relationship that spanned decades. Bayo Randle, Bonetta's great-great-grandson, has welcomed the biography, highlighting her legacy as a symbol of resilience and the complex ties between Britain and West Africa during the colonial era. This listing links straight to the original page, where the content is available in full.