The Haile Selassie empire whose Lion of Judah throne claimed unbroken Solomonic descent from the Queen of Sheba, and whose emperor's 1963 founding of the African Union positioned Ethiopia as the political capital of pan-African liberation.
Ethiopian Empire (1897-1974) — the Solomonic dynasty's modern chapter, in which Emperor Menelik II's 1896 victory at Adwa over Italian colonial forces made Ethiopia the only African nation to defeat a European power and preserve its independence, inspiring anti-colonial movements across the continent for generations. Emperor Haile Selassie modernized the empire, founded the Organization of African Unity in Addis Ababa in 1963, and became a messianic figure for the global Rastafari movement — while his failure to address the 1973 famine that killed hundreds of thousands enabled the Derg military junta's 1974 revolution that ended imperial rule. This interactive sweatshirt connects you to that Adwa victory and Ethiopian Empire heritage legacy with a QR code linking to the full story."
HERITAG is a purpose-driven brand that celebrates cultural diversity and awareness. Wear and share your social identity and cultural heritage with a unique collection of interactive sweatshirts that carry historical flags of Ethiopia. Create informative and fun moments by inviting people to scan the visible QR code and learn about the proud history of Ethiopia.
Making products on demand instead of in bulk also helps reduce overproduction, and this quality sweatshirt is made especially for you as soon as you place an order.
Few more things to know about this sweatshirt: • Scannable QR code printed on the back for an interactive and fun experience • Designed to educate about a nation's proud history milestones and rich culture • Custom print-on-demand • 50% cotton, 50% polyester • Unisex regular fit, sturdy and warm, pre-shrunk soft-feel fabric • Double-needle stitched spandex collar, shoulders, armholes, cuffs, and hem
