Ethiopian infantry at Adwa

Menelik II made strides in modernizing his army. The Ethiopians who defeated the Italians at Adwa were well trained in western rifles, such as the Remington rifles portrayed in this kit. The traditional curved Shotel sword was also carried by Ethiopian warriors at the battle. 5 bodies, arms and weapons to outfit your Ethiopian feudal armies for combat against the encroaching Italians. Sculptor: Gia Huy