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Senterej

History and Background Information

Senterej was the last popular survival of Shatranj, a game that was played in Ethiopia before the Italian invasion in the 1930s. The game has its own unique set of rules and pieces, which have been passed down through generations in Ethiopia. Some notable historical figures associated with Senterej include Emperor Dawit II (Lebna Dengel) and Ras Michael Sehul of Tigre, who were early stars of the game.

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