Erina
Eritrea as a political entity
Italy had a dream to colonize the Horn of Africa and North Africa. Thus the landless Eritreans from all nationalities became the backbone of the Italian army in the conquest of Libya, Ethiopia and Somalia. In 1939, about 70,000 Eritreans were conscripted to wage a war against Ethiopia alone. The Italian military sector, therefore, became the meeting spot of all ethnic groups. This helped Eritreans to share common experiences, exchange views and strengthen their national outlook and integrity. |
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