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Mussolini invaded Ethiopia in September 1935. The League of Nations recognized the validity of Ethiopia's case but didn't impose sanctions on Italy. Great Britain and France attempted to achieve a diplomatic solution, but otherwise failed to support Ethiopia.
Emperor of Ethiopia:- Since you have morally failed me, what about a few battalions, and what are your terms?
John Bull:- Sorry...you are a little too late; all my spare battalions are now hired by the Jews in Palestine...
