Interactive Timeline
A chronological journey through the events that shaped the lives of Ethiopian prisoners in Italy, from the Yekatit 12 massacre of 1937 to the present day.
Dogali
Dogali – 1887 The Battle of Dogali took place in 1887, near Massawa, during the early period of Italian expansion in the Horn of Africa. Ethiopian forces, led by Ras Alula, defeated an Italian column, marking an important moment of resistance against colonial ambitions. Dogali became a symbol of Ethiopian military strength and determination before the later Battle of Adwa.
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Battle of Adwa
Battle of Adwa
Haile Selassie Coronation
Yekatit 12 Massacre
The attempted assassination of Viceroy Graziani triggers mass arrests and brutal reprisals across Addis Ababa.
First Arrests in Addis Ababa
Italian authorities begin systematic arrests of Ethiopian intellectuals and officials in the aftermath of the Graziani assassination attempt.
First prisoners sent to Asinara
The first group of Ethiopian prisoners arrives on Asinara Island after an eight-day journey from Ethiopia.
Transfers to Mercogliano
Some detainees are transferred from Asinara to the San Lorenzo Monastery in Mercogliano.
First Amnesties Granted
Some detainees are granted amnesty and allowed to return to Ethiopia.
Liberation of Ethiopia
Emperor Haile Selassie returns to Addis Ababa as Ethiopia is liberated from Italian occupation.
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From Oblivion to Memory Gathering on Asinara
Approximately 60 descendants gather on Asinara for a historic three-day commemoration.
From Oblivion to Memory Incorporated
From Oblivion to Memory is officially incorporated as a nonprofit organization.