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South Africa Honors Cuito Cuanavale Heroes, Recalling Key Anti-Apartheid Battle
South Africa Honors Cuito Cuanavale Heroes, Recalling Key Anti-Apartheid Battle
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Cuito Cuanavale was the largest battle in Africa since World War II. In 1987, Angola launched an operation against the rebels of the National Union for the... 23.03.2025, Sputnik Africa
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South Africa recently held a ceremony at Freedom Park, Pretoria, commemorating the heroes of the Battle of Cuito Cuanavale (1987-1988), a pivotal moment in the fight against apartheid and the liberation of Southern Africa. Wreaths were laid at the Wall of Names, honoring over 80,000 who died fighting for freedom.Russian Ambassador to South Africa, Roman Ambarov, highlighted the battle's significance, not just for Angolan sovereignty, but as a blow against apartheid.Cuito Cuanavale, the largest African battle since World War II, saw Angolan and Cuban forces, backed by the USSR, defeat South African troops supporting UNITA rebels.This defeat spurred peace negotiations, contributing to the end of apartheid and Namibian independence. Nelson Mandela recognized the battle as a turning point, crippling the apartheid regime's power in Southern Africa.
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South Africa Honors Cuito Cuanavale Heroes, Recalling Key Anti-Apartheid Battle
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Cuito Cuanavale was the largest battle in Africa since World War II. In 1987, Angola launched an operation against the rebels of the National Union for the Total Independence of Angola (UNITA) in the south. South Africa's apartheid regime deployed a force, including armored units, long-range artillery and aircraft, in support of UNITA.
South Africa recently held a ceremony at Freedom Park, Pretoria, commemorating the heroes of the
Battle of Cuito Cuanavale (1987-1988), a pivotal moment in the fight against apartheid and the liberation of Southern Africa. Wreaths were laid at the Wall of Names, honoring over 80,000 who died fighting for freedom.
Russian Ambassador to South Africa, Roman Ambarov, highlighted the battle's significance, not just for Angolan sovereignty, but as a blow against apartheid.
"This battle was not just about Angolan sovereignty; it was a fight against the apartheid regime in South Africa," Ambarov told the gathering. "The USSR played a significant role, supporting the Angolan government with crucial weaponry, strategic advice, and military advisors who worked closely with Angolan, Cuban, Namibian, and ANC forces."
Cuito Cuanavale, the largest African battle since World War II, saw Angolan and Cuban forces, backed by the USSR, defeat South African troops supporting UNITA rebels.
This defeat spurred peace negotiations, contributing to the end of apartheid and Namibian independence. Nelson Mandela recognized the battle as a turning point, crippling the apartheid regime's power in Southern Africa.
