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The study of Eritrea history reveals the period when Eritrea was a part of Ethiopia. The period was marked with several wars.
Early History of Eritrea
In the beginning of the 8th millennium BC, human existence was found in the Buya region in Eritrea. The Arabs came to Eritrea in search of ivory and slaves in the 6th century to make business links with India and Persia. The kingdom of Axum spread between Red Sea and Sudan took Eritrea under its territory in the 4th century AD. In the 6th century AD, the kingdom of Axum declined and was gradually reduced to a small Christian dominion.
In the 19th century Sudan was invaded by Ali pasha who slowly invaded the western lowlands now called Eritrea.
Italian influence on Eritrea history
Eritrea was colonized by the Italians between 1890 and 1941. During this period Italy was greatly responsible for the improvement and melioration of Eritrea's infrastructure, causing the transport system and the communication in the country to improve largely.
During World War II, the British defeated the Italians and, along with America, took control over the country of Eritrea.
Role of women in Eritrea's history
Women played a vital role in Eritrea's fight for independence. They fought with the equal dedication and stamina as the men did. The women ranked from battalion commander to all other positions such as heath officers, leaders and educators helping in the transformation of the Eritrean society.
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