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Hail Selassie Research Paper

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Haile Selassie was the last Emperor of Ethiopia and lead the nation from 1930-1974. Some even speculated he was the Rastafarian messiah. His father being a provincial governor of Ethiopia giving him the power and the influence to become a regent in 1916 and next in line for the thrown. He continued to gain influence over the Queen by attempting to modernize Ethiopia by abolishing slavery promoting equality and joining the league of nations. By 1928 he had gained so much influence the Queen attempted to get rid of him by accusing him of treason. However his support influence at this point controlled a majority of the country and the charge failed. This caused him to be appointed king and emperor 2 years later when the queen died from unknown

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