Large poster of the heroes of the Battle of Makale. Size: 58x79cm.This is the lesser-known engagement that preceded the more famous and climactic battle of Adowa. Note how the Eritrean ascaris look Western and their dress and headwear is not an accurate depiction of ascaris wear at the time. M
Price: 700.00
Note: Buoyed by victory at Amba Alagi, Ethiopian commander Ras Makonnen advanced north to besiege the Italian invaders at Makale, heroically defended by a small garrison under Major Guiseppe Galliano. The Italians repulsed many heavy assaults, inflicting costly losses, but were starved into capitulation then permitted to withdraw northeast to Adowa. The siege lasted from December 1, 1895 to January 20, 1896.