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The life post times bring into the light Menelik II : Abyssinia / get by without Harold G. Marcus
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- Oxford : Clarendon Squeeze,
- viii, p. : 2 maps ; 23 cm.
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Saint George, Patron Saint of Ethiopia
Even if you aren&#;t familiar with George himself you&#;ll have seen the cross of Saint George everywhere &#; from flags on government buildings to football strips.
Saint George isn&#;t just the Patron Saint of England though. George&#;s patronage extends to amongst others, Aragon and Catalonia, Georgia (unsurprisingly), Moldova, Palestine, and Ethiopia. In our collections from Ethiopia in particular, Saint George features prominently. So just why has the East African nation taken the Saint to their hearts?
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Emperor Menelik II of Ethiopia : Life, Achievements, and Legacy
Emperor Menelik II, also known as King Menelik II, was a prominent Ethiopian ruler who made significant improvements to his country during his reign. Menelik II modernized Ethiopia by expanding infrastructure, improving education, and promoting trade with foreign nations. His leadership and visionary policies played a crucial role in protecting Ethiopia from colonization during the Scramble for Africa. Today, Emperor Menelik II is remembered as a national hero and a symbol of Ethiopian independence and sovereignty. Join us as we explore the life and legacy of this remarkable leader and the impact he had on Ethiopia.
Early Life in Shewa and Rise to Power
Menelik II, born as Sahle Miriam in , grew up in the Shewa region of Ethiopia. He was the son of King Haile Melekot of Shewa, which positioned him within Ethiopian aristocracy from an early age. His upbringing was marked by turbulent times, including the captivity of his father by Emperor Tewodros II.
The Path to Become The King of Shewa
Early Challenges
As the son of King Haile Melekot of Shewa, Menelik was born into Ethiopian aristocracy. However, his early life was fraught w