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Africa - Holy War: The Untold Story of Catholic Italy's Crusade Against the Ethiopian Orthodox Church

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Book Synopsis: In 1935, Fascist Italy invaded the sovereign state of Ethiopia--a war of conquest that triggered a chain of events culminating in the Second World War. In this stunning and highly original tale of two Churches, historian Ian Campbell brings a whole new perspective to the story, revealing that bishops of the Italian Catholic Church facilitated the invasion by sanctifying it as a crusade against the world's second-oldest national Church. Cardinals and archbishops rallied the support of Catholic Italy for Il Duce's invading armies by denouncing Ethiopian Christians as heretics and schismatics and announcing that the onslaught was an assignment from God. Campbell marshals evidence from three decades of research to expose the martyrdom of thousands of clergy of the venerable Ethiopian Church, the burning and looting of hundreds of Ethiopia's ancient monasteries and churches, and the instigation and arming of a jihad against Ethiopian Christendom, the likes of which had not been seen since the Middle Ages. Finally, Holy War traces how, after Italy's surrender to the Allies, the horrors of this pogrom were swept under the carpet of history, and the leading culprits put on the road to sainthood.

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Delve into the riveting true story of the clash between Catholic Italy and the Ethiopian Orthodox Church with "Holy War: The Untold Story." Written by historian Ian Campbell, this groundbreaking book sheds light on a lesser-known chapter in history that ultimately shaped the course of the Second World War. Uncover the intriguing role played by bishops of the Italian Catholic Church in facilitating the invasion of Ethiopia, painting it as a holy crusade against one of the world's oldest national Churches.

Immerse yourself in a tale of intrigue and betrayal as "Holy War" reveals the shocking events that unfolded during Fascist Italy's conquest of Ethiopia. Discover how cardinals and archbishops marshaled the support of Catholic Italy by branding Ethiopian Christians as heretics and schismatics, justifying the brutal onslaught as a divine mission from God. Through meticulous research spanning three decades, Ian Campbell exposes the martyrdom of Ethiopian clergy, the plundering of ancient monasteries, and the incitement of a religious war unparalleled since the Middle Ages.

Uncover the hidden truths behind Italy's ruthless campaign against the Ethiopian Orthodox Church and witness the aftermath of this forgotten chapter of history. "Holy War" takes readers on a journey through the depths of religious warfare and political manipulation, offering a fresh perspective on a complex and harrowing period. Don't miss the opportunity to explore this captivating narrative that illuminates a dark corner of the past.

Grab your copy of "Holy War" now and unravel the untold history of this epic clash.

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