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What was the decisive battle that ensured Ethiopia's independence from Italy in 1896?

  • Battle of Adwa

  • Battle of Dogali

  • Battle of Amba Aradam

  • Battle of Maychew

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The Battle of Adwa, fought in 1896, was a decisive victory for Ethiopia against Italy. Emperor Menelik II led Ethiopian forces to victory using imported modern weapons, ensuring Ethiopia's independence and confining Italy to Eritrea.
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