Visiting Hell: How Relatives Identified the Dead in the March Offensive

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Mar 15, 2023, 4:49:23 PM3/15/23
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During the March battle for the capital of Abkhazia, 222 fighters of the Abkhaz Army perished, several hundred people were injured and 23 people were missing. Those who died after crossing the Gumista River were buried in a mass grave alongside others who perished in the battle, near the Republican Hospital. After the end of the war in November 1993, it became possible to re-bury those who were initially considered missing. The relatives identified the deceased soldiers by their clothing and personal belongings, although some remained unidentified.
 
 
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Museum of Military Glory Honours Fallen Soldiers of March Offensive Operation
 
The Museum of Military Glory, named after Vladislav Ardzinba, held commemorative events on Wednesday, March 15, to honour the 30th anniversary of the March offensive operation.
 
 
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"Gumista Ballad" Performance Shown at Abkhaz Drama Theater
 
On the 30th anniversary of the March Offensive in the Patriotic War of the people of Abkhazia in 1992-1993, the Abkhaz Drama Theater showcased the play "Gumista Ballad" directed by Madina Argun based on the play by Anzor Mukba.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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