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Somalis Shot?
Italians claim that Ethiopians seize 50 Somalis accused of helping the Italians, and expose them to public ridicule in the streets of Harer and then shoot them
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Accused Claim Ethiopia Ethiopians Expose Helping Italians Ridicule Seize Shoot 1935 Somalis
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In this striking and poignant historical photograph, we bear witness to a heart-wrenching moment in the annals of African history. The image, taken in 1935, captures a group of approximately 50 Somali men, huddled together in the streets of Harer, Ethiopia. They stand accused of aiding the Italians during the ongoing Italian invasion of Ethiopia. The Ethiopian soldiers, who are seen in the background, have seized these men and subjected them to public ridicule. Their faces are etched with fear and despair as they are exposed to the scorn and derision of the crowd. The humiliation is a tactic used by the Ethiopian forces to deter any further allegiance to the Italians. However, the situation takes a tragic turn as the men are led away, with guns pointed at their backs. The Italians, who had previously controlled Harer, had been driven out by the Ethiopian forces under Emperor Haile Selassie. In retaliation, the Ethiopians rounded up any suspected collaborators and dealt with them harshly. This photograph serves as a stark reminder of the brutal realities of war and the devastating impact it can have on innocent civilians. It also highlights the complexities of the power dynamics at play during this period in African history, as well as the deep-rooted tensions between different ethnic groups and colonial powers. The image is a powerful testament to the resilience and courage of the human spirit in the face of adversity. The photograph, taken by an unknown photographer, is a valuable addition to the historical record of this period in Africa's history. It is a haunting reminder of the past, and a call to remember and learn from the mistakes of history. The men in this photograph may have been forgotten by time, but their story continues to resonate with us today.
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