In what battle did Emperor Yohannes IV die?
Battle of Gallabat
Battle of Adowa
Battle of Magdala
Battle of Meqdela
Answer
Emperor Yohannes IV, the Lion of Judah, met his demise in the Battle of Gallabat against the invading Mahdist forces in March 1889. He personally led the charge against the enemy, displaying remarkable bravery but ultimately falling to enemy fire. His death marked a significant turning point in Ethiopian history, as it left a power vacuum that led to internal conflicts and instability in the years that followed.
The Illustrious Reign of Yohannes IV: Test Your Knowledge!
More Questions
How did Yohannes IV aim to strengthen his position in Ethiopia?
Against which leader did Yohannes IV have conflicts during the Mahdist War?
What was a key element of Yohannes IV's foreign policy?
How long did Yohannes IV rule as emperor?
Yohannes IV's primary religious aim was to strengthen which faith in Ethiopia?
Related Quizzes
Subscribe Now!
Learn something
new everyday
Playing quizzes is free! We send 1 quiz every week to your inbox