Adwa Collection

Battle of Adowa
The Battle of Adowa in which Meneliks Ethiopian forces defeated the Italians; Brigadier General Dabormidas troops encounter fierce resistance

Village of Adua (Adwa) (Adowa), historic place where Menelik defeated the Italians in battle, Tigre region, Ethiopia, Africa

Italians Take Adwa
The Italians invade and capture Adua, against a poorly equipped and ill-prepared Ethiopian army

Caricature of the Negus of Ethiopia, Menelik II (1844-1913)
CHT211414 Caricature of the Negus of Ethiopia, Menelik II (1844-1913), from le Rire magazine, end of the Nineteenth century (colour litho) by Leandre

With Admiral Hewetts Mission to Abyssinia, Dr Gimlette and his Little Patient at Adowa (engraving)
1045599 With Admiral Hewetts Mission to Abyssinia, Dr Gimlette and his Little Patient at Adowa (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info)

Leaves from our Artists Note-Book in Abyssinia (engraving)
1045569 Leaves from our Artists Note-Book in Abyssinia (engraving) by Johnston, Harry Hamilton (1858-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Leaves from our Artists Note-Book in Abyssinia)

The city of Adwa, Ethiopia, early 19th century. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Antonio Sasso from Giulio Ferrarios Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World, Florence, Italy

Adowa, the Capital of Abyssinia (engraving)
1622601 Adowa, the Capital of Abyssinia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Adowa, the Capital of Abyssinia)

The electric light and the cinema, of which the inhabitants of the Tiger ignored the existence
2778404 The electric light and the cinema, of which the inhabitants of the Tiger ignored the existence, have arrived in Adua (colour litho) by Beltrame

With Admiral Sir W Hewetts Embassy to King John of Abyssinia, Adowa, the Capital Town of the Tigre State
1045538 With Admiral Sir W Hewetts Embassy to King John of Abyssinia, Adowa, the Capital Town of the Tigre State, where the Admiral met King John (engraving) by English School

Menelik II, Emperor of Ethiopia, at the camp of Adwa after the defeat of the Italian army, First Italo-Ethiopian War
6000503 Menelik II, Emperor of Ethiopia, at the camp of Adwa after the defeat of the Italian army, First Italo-Ethiopian War, 1896 (engraving) by French School

View Line March Focado Debra Dams Peaks Adwa
View from the Line of March near Focado. Debra Dams and the Peaks of Adwa in the distance; about 1867 - 1868; Albumen silver print

Ethiopia Adwa
The former capital of Abyssinia, it will be the scene of a decisive defeat of the Italians on 1 March 1896, establishing Ethiopian independence

Ethiopia / Defeat at Adwa
After the defeat at Adwa, an Ethiopian general surrenders to the Italians

Caricature of Francesco Crispi (1818-1901) and the defeat of the Italian invading
XIR211411 Caricature of Francesco Crispi (1818-1901) and the defeat of the Italian invading army at the siege of Makalle, Ethiopia

Historic independence location where Menelik defeated the Italians, Adua (Adwa) (Adowa) village, Tigre region, Ethiopia, Africa

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Adwa, a village of historical significance, holds the memories of an epic battle where Menelik II triumphed over the Italians. Known as the Battle of Adowa, it marked a turning point in Ethiopian history and showcased their resilience against colonization. The Italians had taken Adwa, but little did they know that this land would become their downfall. Caricatures depicting Negus Menelik II reveal his strength and determination during this crucial time. With Admiral Hewett's mission to Abyssinia, Dr Gimlette attended to patients amidst the chaos at Adowa. Mount Abba Gerima witnessed the fierce clash on March 1st, 1896 - an illustration capturing its grandeur in Paolo Giudici's "Storia d Italia. " Leaves from our Artists' Note-Book showcase captivating engravings from Abyssinia - a testament to its rich culture and heritage. As we explore further, we discover the city itself; once considered the capital of Abyssinia. The arrival of electric light and cinema brought modernity to Adua's inhabitants who were previously unaware of such marvels. This transformation symbolizes progress intertwining with tradition. During Admiral Sir W Hewett's embassy to King John in Adowa - Tigre State's capital town - he encountered Ethiopia's resilient leader after his victory against Italy. Menelik II stood tall at his camp in Adwa, proud yet humble after defeating one of Europe's major powers. This engraving immortalizes that momentous event during the First Italo-Ethiopian War in 1896 when Ethiopia defied all odds and defended its independence fiercely. Adwa stands as a reminder that courage can overcome even seemingly insurmountable challenges. Its legacy lives on through these historical accounts etched into our collective memory forevermore.