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Major General Geregiher Andemariam 'Wuchu' Passed Away


Major General Geregiher Andemariam 'Wuchu', 1950-2014, R.I.P

Updated: 5:15 EST 

Major General Geregiher Andemariam 'Wuchu' Passed Away


Major General Geregiher Andemariam 'Wuchu' passed away at the age of 64 yesterday, state media disclosed.

The late veteran fighter was receiving medical treatment in Asmara for an unspecified illness.

Maj. General Geregiher joined the armed struggle to liberate Eritrea from Ethiopian occupation in 1971. After independence, he became the Chief of Staff of the Eritrean Defense Force.

Presidential Adviser Yemane Ghebreab described General ‘Wuchu’ as "humane, down to earth, ardent patriot, an able and brave commander."

The senior commander leaves behind his wife and 8 children.

The funeral ceremony of Maj. General Gebregziabher will take place on Saturday (March 8) at Asmara Patriots Cemetery at 10 AM.
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On behalf of Madote, we extend our condolences to the family and friends of General Geregiher Andemariam. We thank him for over 40 years of sacrifice and service for our country and people.





Major General Geregiher Andemariam as a rebel fighter in the '80s

Major General Geregiher Andemariam defending his country against TPLF aggression during the so-called border war

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