In our final Black History Month episode, we explore the history and significance of the Battle of Adwa, a crucial moment in African history that saw Emperor Negus Menelik II of Ethiopia triumph over Italian colonialism and thwart the further spread of European imperialism.

White Man's Grave 05:58

How Europe Stole Africa 07:52

Weapons of War 14:46

Millions of People Lost 18:47

Loss of Human Capital like Onesimus 25:53

Africa's a Member of the Global Community 38:53

Emperor Menelik's PR Campaign 45:20

The Battle of Adwa 48:21

Annexing in WWII wasn't Colonization 01:02:34

No Silver Lining to Evil Deeds 01:05:24