Red Terror Martyrs' Memorial Museum የቀይ ሽብር መታሰቢያ ሙዚየም
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The "Red Terror" Martyrs' Memorial Museum in Addis Ababa was established in 2010 as a memorial to those who died during the Red Terror under the Derg government. The museum has displays of torture instruments, skulls and bones, coffins, bloody clothes and photographs of victims.
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The "Red Terror" Martyrs' Memorial Museum in Addis Ababa was established in 2010 as a memorial to those who died during the Red Terror under the Derg government. The museum has displays of torture instruments, skulls and bones, coffins, bloody clothes and photographs of victims.
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The Red Terror Martyrs’ Memorial Museum is a powerful reminder of the struggles endured by those under oppressive regimes. The exhibits document the impact of the Red Terror in Ethiopia and provide a sobering look at the unconscionable acts of violence and injustice inflicted upon citizens of Ethiopia. The museum is incredibly poignant and serves as a platform to deliver an important message: those who have suffered under a violent government have a voice and it must be heard. Additionally, it is free to enter, making it an accessible place to learn and remember. Apart from the physical museum, there is much to be learned from discussions with locals. It is important to gain insight from those who lived through the Red Terror and can provide multiple perspectives on the political situation at the time. It is equally as important to speak to the younger generations and understand their views of life today in comparison. The museum, plus conversations with those affected, offer a deeper understanding of the past and the present.
Mikiyas MelkamuMikiyas Melkamu
60
It is small, but one must visit. Speak to locals there who lived thru this regime, and try to learn 'both sides' as there are many different opinions. The museum is free (donation box at end if desired). Many of the exhibits are not in English, so good to go with a translator or a guide. (There are many guides there who lived through this period & will share stories on this beyond horrific time.) NOTE -There is a lot more to be learned about this period and about this museum then what you see and learn there physically. Read. Try to speak to local people, especially the younger generations and their opinion and what is going on with the current government today.
Lynne GazitLynne Gazit
70
With the slogan at the gate "Never Again", this memorial museum shows the extreme cruelty of ones own citizens on their brothers, sisters, mother & fathers. After visiting the museum you will fight with your tears to the end. If people are set free and legally backed up to do their evil will, there is no limit to the tragedy they can execute. They will kill you in front of your mother/father simply because they can. This museum partially shows the most tragic days of Ethiopia and Ethiopians by Ethiopians during the blood-thirsty regime of Mengistu Hailemariam's Dergue.
Andom GebreselassieAndom Gebreselassie
50
It’s a small, simple museum. It’s more of a memorial than a museum. It has problems with illumination and the content is grim. But there are some quality documentary artifacts and a some simple highlights. It take less than 20 minutes. The staff are kind and the entry is free. Narration, background or explanation would be helpful to better contextualise the space.
Paul RauschPaul Rausch
00
I only gave 5 stars because of the importance of this place. It’s not Gouvernement financed and is in a bad shape. Relying solely on donations this place is in dire need of it. I met a guide who explains one everything about those dark times in Ethiopia and the struggle and poverty of the Ethiopian 🇪🇹 poeple. Please support.
Alex ThielAlex Thiel
30
Very interesting museum about an unfortunate time in history. It would be nice to see a consistent upkeep of this place. I went to visit in December of 2022. The entrance had no glass/windows, no lights on the inside, & someone on the outside asking for money to be my guide. I turned the guy down and went inside on my own.
All5ityAll5ity
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