Selassie's Appeal to the League

Emperor Haile Selassie of Ethiopia delivered his appeal to the League of Nations in 1936, requesting international help after Italy invaded Ethiopia. He emphasized the threat to peace and security posed by Italy's aggression, urging nations to act against such violations of the League’s principles. Selassie called for collective resistance to maintain global order and prevent other countries from using force to expand their territories. His speech aimed to rally support and demonstrate that failing to respond would undermine international cooperation and the League’s authority in safeguarding peace.