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Coronation at Derasge
- When
- 11 February 1855
- Where
- Church of Derasge Maryam
Kassa Hailu was crowned Emperor Tewodros II by Abuna Salama III at Derasge Maryam on February 11, 1855, following his victory over Dejazmatch Wube.
The coronation took place in the church of Derasge Maryam. Kassa had defeated Dejazmatch Wube, the last person he needed to defeat to take the kingly name Tewodros II. This event marked the end of the decentralized Zemene Mesafint and the beginning of modern Ethiopia.
Sources
- Tewodros II Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-26
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