June Events: Historic Timeline
Rastafari TV Network presents a powerful June timeline—honoring Emperor Haile Selassie I, Empress Menen, the Solomonic Dynasty, and our rich African and Caribbean heritage. Each date is a spark of legacy, culture, and divine remembrance. Tune in.
📅 June Historical Timeline
👸🏾 Empress Menen Asfaw
June 1911 – Empress Menen Asfaw journeyed from Dessie to Addis Ababa, culminating in her marriage to Dejazmach Tafari Makonnen (later Emperor Haile Selassie I) in July 31, 1911 of that year.
June 5 (Genbot 29) – Feast of Abba Aftse and Abba Guba
Abba Aftse and Abba Guba, two of the Nine Saints who played a pivotal role in establishing monasticism in Ethiopia during the 5th and 6th centuries, are commemorated on this day. Abba Aftse was known as a healer and founded a monastery in Yeha, while Abba Guba established a monastery in Madara.
👑 Emperor Haile Selassie I
June 8, 1954 – During a visit to Chicago, Emperor Haile Selassie made an unscheduled stop at South Park Baptist Church, engaging with the local African American community.
June 12 (Sene 5) – Feast of Archangel Mikael/Michael
Archangel Mikael/Michael, revered as the leader of the heavenly hosts and protector of the faithful, is celebrated monthly on the 12th day of each Ethiopian month. The June celebration is one of the major feasts dedicated to him, marked by special prayers, hymns, and the preparation of traditional foods shared among the community.
June 16, 1898 – Leonard Percival Howell was born in May Crawle River, Clarendon Parish, Jamaica. He would later become a pioneering figure in the Rastafari movement, advocating for the divinity of Emperor Haile Selassie I and establishing the first Rastafarian commune, Pinnacle. Pinnacle became Jamaica’s first multi-million dollar free slave community.
June 18, 1285 – Emperor Yagbe’u Seyon (throne name Salomon I) ascended the Ethiopian throne, succeeding his father Yekuno Amlak.
June 18, 1847 – Empress Menen Liben Amede was defeated and captured by Kassa Hailu (later Emperor Tewodros II) near Lake Tana, marking a pivotal moment in Ethiopian history.
June 19 (Sene 12) – Feast of Archangel Gabriel
Archangel Gabriel, the messenger of God who announced the birth of Jesus to the Virgin Mary, is honored on this day. The faithful gather for liturgical services, reflecting on Gabriel’s role in salvation history and seeking his intercession.
June 19, 1285 – Emperor Yekuno Amlak, founder of the restored Solomonic Dynasty, passed away.
June 19, 1954 – Emperor Haile Selassie I visited Mexico and met with former President Lázaro Cárdenas, strengthening Ethiopia-Mexico relations.
June 19, 1865 – Juneteenth commemorates the day when enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, were informed of their emancipation, marking a significant moment in U.S. history.
June 22, 1948 – The HMT Empire Windrush arrived in the UK, bringing Caribbean immigrants who would become known as the “Windrush Generation,” contributing significantly to British society.
June 24 (Sene 17) – Feast of Abba Garima
Abba Garima, another of the Nine Saints, is celebrated for his missionary work and the establishment of the Abba Garima Monastery. He is also associated with the Garima Gospels, some of the oldest known illuminated Christian manuscripts.
June 30, 1936 – Emperor Haile Selassie delivered a historic speech to the League of Nations in Geneva, appealing for assistance against the Italian invasion of Ethiopia. This address highlighted the dangers of fascism and is remembered as a significant moment in international diplomacy.
This enriched timeline offers a comprehensive view of significant June events pertinent to the Rastafari movement and African – Caribbean heritage. Rastafari TV Network’s mission is to provide a digital timeline of artifacts that will provide educational and inspirational content for our audience.
