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Battle of Metemma

African history
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The Battle of Metemma, fought in March 1889, was a significant engagement in African history. Emperor Yohannes IV of Ethiopia invaded the Sudan to confront the Mahdist forces. While the Ethiopian army achieved victory, Emperor Yohannes IV was killed in the battle. This conflict occurred during a period of intense military challenges for Yohannes IV, who also faced threats from Egypt and Italy. The Mahdist movement, led by Muḥammad Aḥmad al-Mahdī, had established a state in the Sudan by 1885, aiming to reform Islam. The battle's outcome had implications for the succession in Ethiopia and the ongoing struggles in the region.12

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