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Signing of the Treaty

When
2 May 1889
Where
Wuchale
Part of
Event of 1889: Menelik II, Emperor of Ethiopia, signs a treaty of amity with Italy, giving Ital

Menelik II and Count Pietro Antonelli signed the Treaty of Wuchale on 2 May 1889, establishing peace and boundaries.

The treaty was signed in the town of Wuchale. It established peace between the Emperor of Ethiopia and the King of Italy. Article 3 created permanent boundary lines between Eritrea and Ethiopia. Article 18 gave preference to Italian nationals for privileges.

Sources

  1. Treaty of Wuchale Wikipedia, revision of 2025-09-27

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