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Eritrea: Birth of a Nation
The official state history of Eritrea issued in 1993 by the government of Eritrea. Contains details about the background of the conflict between Ethiopia and Eritrea, from the standpoint of Eritrea.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Ethiopia: History
The history of Ethiopia, the world's oldest independent country, has been tumultuous since the 1970s. Read what has been happening and what the future might hold for this country. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Multicultural America: Ethiopian Americans
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Ethiopian Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Ethiopia
Provides an overview of the culture of Ethiopia. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
Human Rights Watch
Human Rights Watch: Ethiopian Dictator Mengistu Haile Mariam
A background paper on Ethiopia's Mengistu Haile Mariam. Discusses his various human rights abuses. (November 24, 1999)
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Global Issues: Conflict Between Ethiopia & Eritrea
This resource provides a historical background to the conflict between Ethiopia and Eritrea in which Eritrea has gained their independence. Includes some nice maps.
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Modern World History: African Response to the Scramble for Africa
African leaders responded in diverse ways to European colonization. Armed resistance, trade embargos, and forming alliances with European powers are a few methods. Read the example of one African state (Ethiopia) that retained their...