Danfords – Going Back To Their Roots
Eight generations later, the Danfords make a homecoming ceremony (solevu) to the people of Namosi Village, who cared for and sheltered their forefather, John Humprey Danford.
by lusiana tuimaisala
20 Feb 2021 15:03
The Danfords with relatives of Namosi Village on February 12, 2021. In the background in the Namosi highlands setting is the third highest mountain in the country – Mount Voma. Photo: Lusiana Tuimaisala
2021-03-24
February 12, 2021 was an emotional day for Lionel Danford and his family. They returned to the highlands of Namosi, tracing back their roots where their ancestor, John Humphrey Danford, once lived 200 years ago.