Tewodros II, Emperor (Ethiopian Empire) : All Data
Tewodros II was the Emperor of the Ethiopian Empire from 1855 to 1868. During his reign, he faced several significant conflicts, including the British Expedition to Abyssinia (1867-1868). This war was a result of Tewodros II's imprisonment of British diplomats and missionaries, leading to a British military expedition to secure their release. This conflict ultimately resulted in Tewodros II's defeat and death.