Who did Tewodros II raise as his own son?
Haile Selassie
Iyasu V
Menelik II
Tafari Makonnen
Answer
Menelik II, the future Emperor of Ethiopia, was raised as his own son by Emperor Tewodros II. Menelik II's mother, Empress Tewabech, was a member of the Ethiopian royal family, while his father, Ras Ali Alula, was a powerful regional ruler. Tewodros II took Menelik under his wing at a young age, providing him with education, military training, and political guidance, recognizing his potential as a future leader.
The Reign of Tewodros II: Unveiling the Emperor of Ethiopia's Legacy
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