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Battle of Adwa: Ethiopian victory over Italy (1896)


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This episode showcases a mighty spirit refusing to buckle under colonial pressure and a historic, monumental victory ensuring a nation's freedom. Journey into an awe-inspiring historical event on the latest episode of Sleep with History: The Battle of Adwa. 

Immerse yourself in the chronicles of Ethiopia, as it defiantly stood against the wave of European Imperialism lapping at its borders in the 19th century. Learn how the Ethiopian forces led by Emperor Menelik II and Empress Taytu Betul masterfully rebuffed Italy's lustful ambition for colonial expansion, successfully protecting their nation's sovereignty. Echoes of this struggle reverberated far beyond Ethiopia, igniting a spark of resistance against colonial imperialism worldwide. 

Listen now and engulf yourself in the gripping story of The Battle of Adwa.

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