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| Chapter I - Part 2 |
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| Imperial Guard Cadet Training School May 25, 1950 |
| Selected Speeches |
We have reminded you repeatedly in the past that bravery is the natural
characteristic of the Ethiopian people, which they need borrow from
nowhere, and that the possession by Ethiopian people of such a sterling
quality is widely known. The fact that We have already explained to you
Our consideration about you makes it unnecessary to dwell on it at length
today.
The harmonious blending of military training with inherent valour not only
spares vain bloodshed but also assures victory without undue effort. A
few will disciplined and trained troops, history bears witness, can win a
battle against an out-numbering force, even ten times larger. History
records that military science enabled Alexander the Great to conquer a
large part of the world, often engaging his 30,000 soldiers against the
adversary's 600,000. Education and training, as in every walk of life,
offers limitless benefits in the military field as well.
Born to struggle in this world, man gradually realizes the miracles of "light"
and harness this knowledge to be his first instrument of defence against
the trials of life, never thereafter preferring to travel in darkness. You
boys, to whom We have handed the powerful weapon of "light" must
exert your utmost to carry the torch of light, sternly refusing to be
returned to darkness. The results of your training, which have been
demonstrated just now, are a matter of pride for your Emperor and a
source of strength to your country. Whenever We witness such
progressive achievement, We feel extremely happy, looking forward to the
dawn of the day that will usher in the fulfillment of Our plan for Our
people's well-being.
There is no person in this world who is free from life's responsibility.
This responsibility enjoins one to discharge the duty towards the country,
serving and dying for it. No one, whether he is a soldier or a civilian, can
afford to be a coward and can escape this responsibility. Fortunately,
there is no need at present for the employment of Our armed forces, either
here in Our territory or abroad. But when your services are called for, the
military force We referred to now will be a guarantee for liberty and
independence. May God help you to fulfil the pledge you have given to
your Emperor and to your country.
We view with satisfaction the services of the Commander of the Imperial
Body Guard, Brigadier General Mulugueta Bully, in efficiently carrying out
Our directives, and of the instructors for their devotion to the task of
training.
characteristic of the Ethiopian people, which they need borrow from
nowhere, and that the possession by Ethiopian people of such a sterling
quality is widely known. The fact that We have already explained to you
Our consideration about you makes it unnecessary to dwell on it at length
today.
The harmonious blending of military training with inherent valour not only
spares vain bloodshed but also assures victory without undue effort. A
few will disciplined and trained troops, history bears witness, can win a
battle against an out-numbering force, even ten times larger. History
records that military science enabled Alexander the Great to conquer a
large part of the world, often engaging his 30,000 soldiers against the
adversary's 600,000. Education and training, as in every walk of life,
offers limitless benefits in the military field as well.
Born to struggle in this world, man gradually realizes the miracles of "light"
and harness this knowledge to be his first instrument of defence against
the trials of life, never thereafter preferring to travel in darkness. You
boys, to whom We have handed the powerful weapon of "light" must
exert your utmost to carry the torch of light, sternly refusing to be
returned to darkness. The results of your training, which have been
demonstrated just now, are a matter of pride for your Emperor and a
source of strength to your country. Whenever We witness such
progressive achievement, We feel extremely happy, looking forward to the
dawn of the day that will usher in the fulfillment of Our plan for Our
people's well-being.
There is no person in this world who is free from life's responsibility.
This responsibility enjoins one to discharge the duty towards the country,
serving and dying for it. No one, whether he is a soldier or a civilian, can
afford to be a coward and can escape this responsibility. Fortunately,
there is no need at present for the employment of Our armed forces, either
here in Our territory or abroad. But when your services are called for, the
military force We referred to now will be a guarantee for liberty and
independence. May God help you to fulfil the pledge you have given to
your Emperor and to your country.
We view with satisfaction the services of the Commander of the Imperial
Body Guard, Brigadier General Mulugueta Bully, in efficiently carrying out
Our directives, and of the instructors for their devotion to the task of
training.
| Haile Selassie the First - May 25, 1950 |
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In line with Ethiopia's will towards modernization, in a world and era
of specialization, the nation's educational plan had to include
training in the various areas of science and technology. What has
been done and accomplished in this field, the institutions established
and the nation's expectations are mirrored under this caption.
of specialization, the nation's educational plan had to include
training in the various areas of science and technology. What has
been done and accomplished in this field, the institutions established
and the nation's expectations are mirrored under this caption.
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