his strained relations with Muslims, which caused instability in the Wollo region and made it difficult to govern. He was also influenced by Tewodros II's policies of unification and centralization; later, he launched a series of campaigns aimed at building a vast empire. Despite his disagreements with the conduct of affairs, Menelik proved useful to the Emperor, who elevated him to the rank of Dejazmach and to whom he offered the hand of Princess Alitash.

Menelik's escape and return to Shoa

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