As Adwa Gets New Home in the Heart of Addis, A Rare Glance of History Explores Mussolini's Colossal Head at Adwa

In the bustling heart of Addis Ababa, the newly inaugurated Adwa Memorial Museum commemorates Ethiopia's historic victory against colonialism, encapsulating a spirit of resilience and unity. This contrasts starkly with a less known, yet equally telling part of history: a colossal sculpture of Mussolini, once carved into the Ethiopian landscape at Adwa. …