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Who is considered the 'father of modern historiography'?
Who is considered the 'father of modern historiography'?
- Leopold Von Ranke (correct)
- Abba Gerima
- Haiq Istifanos
- Cosmas Indicopleustes
Which century saw the emergence of the earliest known reference to the history of Ethiopia?
Which century saw the emergence of the earliest known reference to the history of Ethiopia?
- 6th century A.D.
- 1st century A.D. (correct)
- 7th century A.D.
- 13th century A.D.
What is the main function of Hagiographies in the context of Ethiopian history?
What is the main function of Hagiographies in the context of Ethiopian history?
- Documenting drainage systems
- Detailing military conquests
- Recording trade routes
- Enhancing the prestige of saints (correct)
Which manuscript provides insights into Aksumite trade and campaigns in Ethiopia?
Which manuscript provides insights into Aksumite trade and campaigns in Ethiopia?
Where was the earliest Ethiopian material found, dating back to the 7th century A.D.?
Where was the earliest Ethiopian material found, dating back to the 7th century A.D.?
What was the significance of manuscripts in the context of Ethiopian history?
What was the significance of manuscripts in the context of Ethiopian history?
What term refers to the part of Northeast Africa that now contains Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, and Somalia?
What term refers to the part of Northeast Africa that now contains Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, and Somalia?
Which physiographic feature divides the massive highland complex of mountains and plateaus in the Horn of Africa?
Which physiographic feature divides the massive highland complex of mountains and plateaus in the Horn of Africa?
How are the people across the Horn of Africa region described in terms of diversity?
How are the people across the Horn of Africa region described in terms of diversity?
Where were foundational research efforts in history for the Horn of Africa conducted in the 1960s?
Where were foundational research efforts in history for the Horn of Africa conducted in the 1960s?
In what post-colonial era phenomenon did professionalization of history begin in other parts of the Horn of Africa?
In what post-colonial era phenomenon did professionalization of history begin in other parts of the Horn of Africa?
Which feature characterizes the major physiographic aspects of the Horn of Africa region?
Which feature characterizes the major physiographic aspects of the Horn of Africa region?
What geographical factor had a profound impact on human history in Ethiopia and the Horn?
What geographical factor had a profound impact on human history in Ethiopia and the Horn?
Which drainage system links the cool rich highlands of Central Ethiopia with the hot, dry lowlands?
Which drainage system links the cool rich highlands of Central Ethiopia with the hot, dry lowlands?
How did the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden contribute to the history of Ethiopia and the Horn?
How did the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden contribute to the history of Ethiopia and the Horn?
Which drainage system originates in the Eastern highlands in Ethiopia?
Which drainage system originates in the Eastern highlands in Ethiopia?
What role did the Indian Ocean play in connecting East Africa to other regions?
What role did the Indian Ocean play in connecting East Africa to other regions?
Which drainage system stretches from Lake Ziway in the north to Lake Turkana on the Ethio-Kenyan border?
Which drainage system stretches from Lake Ziway in the north to Lake Turkana on the Ethio-Kenyan border?
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Herodotus
Herodotus
Considered the 'father of modern historiography'.
4th Century Ethiopia
4th Century Ethiopia
Earliest known reference to Ethiopian history.
Hagiographies
Hagiographies
Biographical accounts of saints and important figures in Ethiopian history.
Aksumite Trade
Aksumite Trade
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Periplus of Erythraean Sea
Periplus of Erythraean Sea
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7th Century Matara
7th Century Matara
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Ethiopian Manuscripts
Ethiopian Manuscripts
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Horn of Africa
Horn of Africa
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Great Rift Valley
Great Rift Valley
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Horn of Africa Diversity
Horn of Africa Diversity
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1960s Research
1960s Research
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Post-Colonial Professionalization
Post-Colonial Professionalization
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Horn Highlands
Horn Highlands
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Awash River
Awash River
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Shebelle River
Shebelle River
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Omo River
Omo River
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Red Sea & Gulf of Aden
Red Sea & Gulf of Aden
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Indian Ocean
Indian Ocean
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Study Notes
Historiography
- Herodotus is considered the 'father of modern historiography'.
Early Ethiopian History
- The 4th century saw the emergence of the earliest known reference to the history of Ethiopia.
Hagiographies
- The main function of Hagiographies is to provide biographical accounts of saints and notable figures in the context of Ethiopian history.
Aksumite Trade and Campaigns
- The manuscript "Periplus of the Erythraean Sea" provides insights into Aksumite trade and campaigns in Ethiopia.
Archaeological Findings
- The earliest Ethiopian material, dating back to the 7th century A.D., was found in Matara.
Significance of Manuscripts
- Manuscripts played a crucial role in preserving Ethiopian history and cultural heritage.
Geographic Context
- The term "Horn of Africa" refers to the part of Northeast Africa that now contains Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, and Somalia.
- The Great Rift Valley divides the massive highland complex of mountains and plateaus in the Horn of Africa.
Diversity in the Horn of Africa
- The people across the Horn of Africa region are incredibly diverse, with over 1000 languages spoken.
Research Efforts
- Foundational research efforts in history for the Horn of Africa were conducted in the 1960s.
Professionalization of History
- Professionalization of history began in other parts of the Horn of Africa during the post-colonial era.
Physiographic Features
- The Horn of Africa region is characterized by a highland complex of mountains and plateaus.
- The geographical factor of dramatic altitude variation had a profound impact on human history in Ethiopia and the Horn.
Drainage Systems
- The Awash River drainage system links the cool rich highlands of Central Ethiopia with the hot, dry lowlands.
- The Shebelle River drainage system originates in the Eastern highlands in Ethiopia.
- The Omo River drainage system stretches from Lake Ziway in the north to Lake Turkana on the Ethio-Kenyan border.
Maritime Trade
- The Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden facilitated maritime trade and cultural exchange, significantly contributing to the history of Ethiopia and the Horn.
- The Indian Ocean played a crucial role in connecting East Africa to other regions.
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Explore the historical interactions of Ethiopia and the Horn region with other regions through commerce, movements, wars, slavery, and colonialism. Discover how geography, such as connections via the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, and Indian Ocean, influenced these interactions.
