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Italian envoys signing the peace treaty to end the First Italo-Ethiopian War before Emperor Menelik II of Ethiopia, 1896 (engraving)
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Italian envoys signing the peace treaty to end the First Italo-Ethiopian War before Emperor Menelik II of Ethiopia, 1896 (engraving)
6000563 Italian envoys signing the peace treaty to end the First Italo-Ethiopian War before Emperor Menelik II of Ethiopia, 1896 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Italian envoys signing the peace treaty to end the First Italo-Ethiopian War before Emperor Menelik II of Ethiopia, 1896. Les evenements d Abyssinie. Les envoyes Italiens signant le traite de paix devant Menelik. Illustration from Le Petit Parisien, 29 November 1896.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22334606
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Defeated Ending Envoys Ethiopia Ethiopian First Italo Ethiopian War Humiliated Humiliating Menelik Ii Peace Scramble For Africa Signing Treaty Humilation
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This engraving captures a significant moment in history - the signing of the peace treaty to end the First Italo-Ethiopian War. The scene depicts Italian envoys humbly bowing before Emperor Menelik II of Ethiopia, as they put pen to paper and bring an end to the conflict that had ravaged their nations. The year is 1896, and tensions between Italy and Ethiopia have reached their breaking point. The Italians, driven by colonial ambitions in Africa, sought to expand their influence over Ethiopian territory. However, Emperor Menelik II and his forces fiercely resisted this encroachment. In a stunning turn of events on March 1st, 1896, Ethiopian troops decisively defeated the Italian army at the Battle of Adwa. This unexpected victory shattered European notions of African inferiority and dealt a severe blow to Italian imperial aspirations. The engraving showcases not only the signing of the peace treaty but also serves as a symbol of humiliation for Italy. The defeated envoys stand beneath Menelik's gaze while surrounded by symbols of Ethiopian power and authority. This image encapsulates both the struggle against colonialism in Africa and highlights Ethiopia's remarkable resistance against European powers during this era known as "the scramble for Africa". It stands as a testament to Emperor Menelik II's leadership and resilience in defending his nation's sovereignty against foreign aggression.
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