ETHIOPIA-US MAPPING MISSION

The **Ethiopia-United States Mapping Mission** was a joint military and technical initiative that began in the early 1960s, aiming to produce accurate topographic maps of Ethiopia. Conducted primarily by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in collaboration with the Ethiopian government, the mission involved aerial surveys, ground control point establishment, and extensive cartographic work. This project provided essential geospatial data that supported Ethiopian infrastructure development and enhanced military planning and national defense capabilities. The Mapping Mission strengthened bilateral relations and left a legacy of modern mapping standards and technical expertise within Ethiopia.