This video examines the Ethiopian FN Model 1930 rifles and carbines acquired by Emperor Haile Selassie I in the mid-1930s. These firearms are based on the standard 1898 Mauser design but feature unique Ethiopian crests and specific serial number placements on the receiver bridge for visibility in racks. The video highlights the relationship between Ethiopia and FN, and notes that Belgian military personnel proofed these weapons on behalf of Ethiopia due to a lack of domestic technical expertise. The carbines also exhibit an unusual lack of side-mounted sling attachments.
This video delves into the historical firearms of Emperor Menelik II of Ethiopia, specifically the German Gewehr 88 and Karabiner 88 rifles and carbines. It highlights how these modern arms, alongside other acquisitions like Berdan rifles from Russia, were instrumental in Ethiopia's decisive victory over Italian colonial forces at the Battle of Adwa in 1896. The description emphasizes Menelik II's role in modernizing Ethiopia and his success in maintaining national independence, a rarity for African nations during the colonial era. The rifles featured bear Amharic markings, signifying their ownership by Menelik II.
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