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COURSE TITLE: HISTORY OF ETHIOPIA AND THE HORN

COURSE CODE:1012
PROGRAM: DEGREE (REGULAR)
DEPARTMENT: ICT SECTION: 1
GROUP ASSIGNMENT: GROUP (5)
NAMES: ID NO
1. AKECH ANEI CHAN TTBR/572/15
2. CHOL MOSES ALAAK MATIOK TTBR/484/15
3. AGNES DOMINIC KARLO TTBR/530/15
4. KIER KHOR KIER TTBR/550/15
5. MBORKINO ISAIAH SALAH NELSON TTBR/512/ 15

SUBMITTED TO: SUBMISSION DATE

MR: YESHEWAS MAY, 30, 2023

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 Table Of Contents

Introduction________________________________________________3

The Major Historical Features of Aksumite Period_________________4-6

Conclusion/Summary________________________________________6

Reference__________________________________________________7

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 INTRODUCTION

History is the study of past events, particularly relating to human affairs. It is an

academic discipline that uses a narrative to describe, examine, question, and
analyze past events, and investigate their patterns of cause and effect. Historians
seek knowledge of the past using historical sources such as written documents, oral
accounts, art and material artifacts, and ecological markers.

The word history comes from the Greek word “historia” which means "inquiry".
The first historians were the Greeks, who began to write about their own history in
the 5th century BC.

The study of history has changed a lot over the years. In the past, historians were
more interested in telling stories than in analyzing events. However, in the 19th
century, historians began to use more scientific methods to study the past. This led
to the development of new fields of history, such as social history and economic
history.

Today, history is a broad and diverse field of study. Historians study a wide range
of topics, from the rise and fall of civilizations to the everyday lives of ordinary
people. They use a variety of methods to gather and interpret evidence, including
written documents, oral accounts, and material artifacts.

History is a valuable tool for understanding the present. By studying the past, we
can learn about the forces that have shaped our world. We can also learn from the
mistakes of the past and avoid repeating them.

Here are some of the benefits of studying history:

 History can help us understand the present.

 History can teach us about the forces that have shaped our world.
 History can help us learn from the mistakes of the past.

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  History can help us develop critical thinking skills and more.
Question:
Write the major historical features of Aksumite period

The Aksumite period is a period in Ethiopian history that lasted from the 1st
century CE to the 9th century CE. It is named after the city of Aksum, which was
the capital of the kingdom. The Aksumite period was a time of great prosperity and
cultural development for Ethiopia. The kingdom was a major trading power, and
its merchants traveled all over the world. Aksum was also a center of Christianity,
and the kingdom's rulers were some of the first in the world to convert to the
religion.

Here are some of the major historical features of the Aksumite period:

 Rise of Aksum: The Aksumite kingdom emerged in the 1st century CE, and
it quickly became a major power in the region. The kingdom's location on
the Red Sea gave it control of important trade routes, and its merchants soon
became wealthy.
 Conversion to Christianity: In the 4th century CE, King Ezana of Aksum
converted to Christianity. This conversion had a profound impact on the
kingdom, and it helped to spread Christianity throughout the region.
 Golden Age: The Aksumite kingdom reached its peak in the 6th century
CE. During this time, the kingdom was a major power in the world, and it
was known for its wealth, culture, and military might.
 Decline: The Aksumite kingdom began to decline in the 7th century CE.
This decline was due to a number of factors, including the rise of Islam, the
decline of trade, and internal conflicts.
 Legacy: The Aksumite kingdom left a lasting legacy on Ethiopia. The
kingdom's culture, language, and religion are still evident in Ethiopia today.

The Aksumite period was a time of great importance in Ethiopian history. The
kingdom's rise to power, conversion to Christianity, and golden age helped to
shape Ethiopia into the country it is today.
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The Aksumite period is characterized by a number of major historical
features, including:

 The rise of Aksum as a major power in the ancient world.

 The development of Aksumite Christianity.
 The construction of monumental Aksumite architecture.
 The development of Aksumite trade.
 The decline of Aksumite power.

The rise of Aksum as a major power in the ancient world is one of the most
significant historical features of the Aksumite period. Aksum was able to rise to
power due to a number of factors, including its strategic location, its control of
trade routes, and its military strength. Aksum's power peaked in the 4th and 5th
centuries CE, when it was one of the four great powers of the ancient world, along
with Rome, Persia, and China.

The development of Aksumite Christianity is another major historical feature of

the Aksumite period. Aksumite Christianity was a unique blend of Ethiopian and
Christian traditions. It was characterized by its emphasis on the Ark of the
Covenant, which is believed to be housed in Aksum. Aksumite Christianity played
a major role in the development of Ethiopian culture and identity.

The construction of monumental Aksumite architecture is another major historical

feature of the Aksumite period. Aksum is home to a number of monumental
structures, including the Great Stelae, which are some of the largest monolithic
structures in the world. These structures testify to the power and wealth of the
Aksumite kingdom.

The development of Aksumite trade is another major historical feature of the

Aksumite period. Aksum was a major center of trade in the ancient world. It
controlled trade routes that linked the Mediterranean world with the Indian
subcontinent. Aksumite trade brought great wealth to the kingdom, and it helped to
spread Aksumite culture and influence throughout the region.

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The decline of Aksumite power is the final major historical feature of the Aksumite
period. Aksumite power began to decline in the 7th century CE, due to a number of
factors, including the rise of Islam, the decline of the Roman Empire, and the rise
of the Himyarite kingdom. By the 9th century CE, the Aksumite kingdom had
ceased to exist.

CONCLUSION

The Aksumite period is a significant period in Ethiopian history. It was a time of

great prosperity and power. The Aksumite period left a lasting legacy on the Horn
of Africa and Ethiopian culture and identity till the present time. The Aksumite
Kingdom was a powerful and influential state. Its unique features, such as its own
writing system, its own coins, its trade network, and its role in the spread of
Christianity, made it a major player in the ancient world.

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 REFERENCES:
1. Internet,
: @en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History
: @https: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/kingdom-of-Aksum

Due to lack of history books in the library, we cloud not find any source
from the library.

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