The First Italo-Ethiopian War - Episode 3

The First Italo-Ethiopian War - Episode 3

In this episode we continue our coverage of the First Italo-Ethiopian War. This episode covers the Italian retreat after the battle of Amba Alagi, the siege of Mekelle and Baratieri´s advance into northern Ethiopia and the establishment of an Italian defensive line on the Sauria heights.

The First Italo-Ethiopian War - Episode 4

In this episode we finish our coverage of the First Italo-Ethiopian War. This episode covers the Italian advance towards the Ethiopian positions around Adwa. The final decisive  Battle of Adwa (also known as the Battle of Adowa), and the end of the war.

The First Italo-Ethiopian War - Episode 2

In this episode we continue our coverage of the First Italo-Ethiopian War. This episode covers the rebellion in Okule Kusai province, the siege of Halai, the battle at Coatit, and the battle of Amba Alagi.

The First Italo-Ethiopian War - Episode 1

In this episode we begin our coverage of the First Italo-Ethiopian War. In this episode we explore Italy´s entry in the Scramble for Africa, the establishment of Italian Eritrea and the advent of open war between the Kingdom of Italy and the Ethiopian Empire.

The Zulu War - Episode 5

In our final episode about the Anglo Zulu War of 1879  we look at Chelmsford´s final offensive into Zululand, the final battles and the fall of the Zulu kingdom.