The 70
Martyrs
In 1974 and again in 1979,70 senior government officials and public servants were executed by the Derg regime without trial. These individuals, who held high offices and played key roles in Ethiopia's development, were taken from prison and summarily killed in one of the most tragic and unjust acts in the country's modern history.
The 70 martyrs represented a generation of leaders who contributed significantly to national progress through their service, professionalism, and dedication. Their loss marked a turning point in Ethiopian history and serves as a powerful reminder of the dangers of political violence and the erosion of the rule of law.
