Haile Selassie of Ethiopia was the last Emperor of Ethiopia, reigning from 1930 to 1974. He was a member of the Solomonic dynasty and is widely regarded as the symbol of Ethiopian national pride. He was also a noted statesman and international figure, having been a major player in the League of Nations and the United Nations. He was a staunch advocate for African unity and independence, and his legacy continues to be celebrated in Ethiopia and around the world.