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
Answer
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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