MOBILIZATION
PROCLAMATION
The
mobilisation proclamation, of 3rd October 1935, read by the Grand Chamberlain,
read as follows:
The
conflict between Italy and our country, which has now lasted for almost a year,
started at Wal-Wal on 5th December, 1934.
Our
soldiers, serving as an escort to an international commission, were attacked in
our territory by Italian troops. Italy, following the attack, demanded
reparations and apologies, which were refused.
When,
after much resistance on Italy’s part, we were able, thanks to our perseverance
and the efforts of the League of Nations Council, to bring this difference
before the arbitrators, they unanimously recognised that we were guiltless of
the fault Italy imputed to us.
But
Italy, which for a long time has shown an unconcealed desire to acquire our
country, now prepares to attack us.
Renouncing
the signature she gave to the League Covenant, violating peace promises
solemnly made to us in the 1928 Italo-Ethiopian Treaty, and reducing to nothing
all international engagements, notably the Pact renouncing war, Italy prepares
a second time to violate our territory.
The
hour is grave. Arise, each of you! Take up arms, and rush to the defence of
your country. Rally to your chiefs; obey them with single purpose, and repel
the invader!
May
those who are unable because of weakness and infirmity to take an active part
in this sacred quarrel, help us with their prayers.
The opinion
of the world has been revolted by this aggression against us. God be with us
all. All forward, for your Emperor and for your country!
Oct. 3, 1935.
Selected Speeches of His Imperial Majesty Haile
Selassie - page 303 -
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