Memorial wall set up for fallen elite Ethiopian troops fighting in Korean War

A memorial wall has been erected in Ethiopia to commemorate the fallen members of the Kagnew Battalion, an elite Ethiopian unit that fought in the Korean War from 1950 to 1953, according to the country's veterans ministry. The unveiling ceremony took place on Wednesday in Addis Ababa at a cathedral, where a memorial wall was displayed showcasing the names of 122 Ethiopian troops who lost their lives during the conflict, as reported by the ministry.

Ethiopia holds the distinction of being the only African nation to have deployed ground troops to support South Korea during the three-year war. The Kagnew Battalion, consisting of approximately 3,500 Ethiopian Royal Guards, achieved a remarkable feat by winning all 253 battles they participated in, with 122 soldiers ultimately sacrificing their lives in the process.

To honor their extraordinary achievements, the veterans ministry and HD Construction Equipment have collaborated to establish the memorial monument under a May agreement, aiming to provide facilities for Korean War veterans who fought alongside UN forces. Their remarkable bravery and sacrifice are remembered as the pride of Ethiopia and the foundation of South Korea's freedom, as stated by the ministry.