Historical Events tagged with "abyssinia"
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Haile Selassie's Plea for Assistance
Emperor Haile Selassie of Abyssinia appealed to the League of Nations, seeking help against Italy's aggressive invasion of his nation. He delivered an impassioned speech at the League's headquarters in Geneva, urging member states to uphold collective security and defend his country's sovereignty. This appeal highlighted not only the plight of Abyssinia under fascist aggression but also the inadequacies in the League's response to member states facing military invasions.
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In Abyssinia, British and Indian forces successfully engaged Emperor Tewodros II's army at Arogee. The battle resulted in significant casualties for the Ethiopian forces, with estimates of around 700 Ethiopian soldiers killed and many more injured. In contrast, British and Indian troops suffered only two fatalities. This military engagement marked a decisive moment in the Second Abyssinian War, which was largely motivated by a British desire to rescue captives and secure trade routes.
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