The purser, however, made it appear that he had again jumped overboard, concealed him for some days - generally inside one of the saloon sofas - and helped him to get ashore in disguise at Vera Cruz.
Both French and British military expeditions had been sent against the Sofas - Moslem mercenaries who, under the chieftainship of Fulas or Mandingos like Samory, ravaged the hinterland both of Sierra Leone and French Guinea.
The Assembly Hall was furnished with clocks costing $600 dollars each, sofas at $200, and other articles in proportion.
Two comfy sofas, TV with DVD, dining table for up to 4 guests.
The sills of the glazing are low, enabling people sitting on sofas or chairs to enjoy uninterrupted views of the surrounding cityscape.