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Proclamation During Revolt

When
1630
Where
Ethiopian Empire
Part of
Succession of Fasilides as Emperor of Ethiopia

Fasilides was proclaimed emperor in 1630 during a revolt led by Sarsa Krestos.

In 1630, Sarsa Krestos, Viceroy of Begemder, proclaimed Fasilides as emperor during a rebellion. Sarsa Krestos was promptly captured and hanged for this act.

Sources

  1. Susenyos I Wikipedia, revision of 2026-06-11
  2. Fasilides Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-11

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