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Battle of Gol

When
1607
Where
Southern Gojjam
Episodes
1

In 1607, Susenyos defeated the forces of the young Emperor Yaqob at the Battle of Gol in southern Gojjam, securing his claim to the Ethiopian throne.

Episodes

  1. 10 March 1607 · Southern GojjamBattle of Gol

    Susenyos defeated Yaqob's army in southern Gojjam, securing his path to the throne.

Background and detail

Political Context. Following the death of Emperor Sarsa Dengel, his young son Yaqob ascended the throne. Queen regent Maryam Sena and her allies viewed older princes like Susenyos as threats to their power during Yaqob's minority, leading to political instability.

Military Conflict. Susenyos first defeated Za Selasse before engaging Yaqob's forces. The decisive engagement occurred on 10 March 1607 at the Battle of Gol in southern Gojjam, where Susenyos emerged victorious against the young emperor's army.

People involved

Sources

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

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