The National Army Museum in the UK has finalized arrangements to return a lock of hair belonging to Ethiopia's Emperor Tewodros II, marking a significant step in repatriating artifacts looted during the 19th century.
The emperor took his own life in 1868 rather than be captured by British forces during the Battle of Maqdala, an event that led to the systematic plundering of his fortress by colonial troops using dozens of mules and camels to transport treasures.
Ethiopia has long sought the return of historical items taken during the conflict, including the remains of Tewodros II's son, Alemayehu, currently held at Windsor Castle.
