1978 Press Photo Winneba Deer Hunting Festival of Effutu people in Ghana

The Winneba Deer Hunting Festival of the Effutu people in an annual event in Ghana. Here, one warrior has smeared his face with white clay and stuffed straw in his headband in preparation. Two rival groups compete for the honor of being the first to catch and bring back a live deer.

Photo is dated 1978.

Photo measures 10 x 8.25 inches.