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HMAHAA MEETING (JAN 10, 2010)
"HAPPY NEW YEAR!"
The next Alumni meeting will be held at Col. Nigussu Teferra's residence on Jan 10, 2010 at the following address:
6300 Stevenson Ave
Alexandria VA 22304
January 1, 2010 10:00 PM by Webmaster
HMAHAA's Next meeting
The next Alumni meeting will be held at W/O Fantu Tesfaye & Lt. Ahmed Mohammed's residence on October 4, 2009 at the following address:
5711 Lawsons Hill Court
Alexandria VA 22310
PARKING:
Please use the parking lot at the Century 21 Building found at the corner of Franconia & Telegraph roads.
September 10, 2009 08:36 AM by Webmaster
Next Alumni Meeting
The next Alumni meeting will be held at Major Yohanes Abate's residence on May 17, 2009 at:
308 Stony Hill Court
Fort Washington MD 20744
NOTE:
Parking is limited. Please try to use public transportation or other arrangements if possible. Thanks.
May 12, 2009 05:02 PM by Webmaster
Thank you Note
February 09, 2009
To all Academy Alumni Members:
On behalf of the entire Abraha’s family, I would like to extend our gratitude and sincere thanks to all Alumni members and their families for organizing the memorial ceremony held on Feb 7th, honoring our beloved Yigzaw.
Col. Yigzaw Abraha left for Ethiopia to pay tribute to his recently deceased younger sister. He planned to come back for business as usual on January 29th. Unfortunately and unexpectedly, he did not make it.
The incident was really a big shock to our family and all his friends. For all of us who closely knew Yigzaw, both socially and professionally, his sudden death does not seem real or right. For a lot of reasons we still could not believe what has happened.
It is very painful to loose a loved one, especially when there is no sign to that effect. Situations like this remind us how fragile we are. That life, although cherished, is not always fair.
We were all impressed by the love, respect and honor shown by Yigzaw’s fellow officers. We appreciate what you all have done. We were touched not only by the kind words spoken, but also by the deep emotion conveyed during the memorial.
I am both humbled and honored to be invited to join the Alumni. Words cannot express how deeply moved I am for this gesture. Being a part of the Alumni will enable me to always be reminded of him and his outstanding military contributions through each of you. I hope that my presence will also remind each of you of Yigzaw’s memory.
Once again, thank you so much for comforting us and for standing by our side at this difficult and tragic time.
May God bless you and your family.
Sincerely,
Isaac Abraha and the entire Abraha family
February 20, 2009 10:38 AM by Webmaster
In MEMORIAM
COL. YIGZAW ABRAHA
Lt. Colonel Yigzaw Abraha grew up in the town of Nekempte where he completed his primary education. He attended the General Wingate Secondary School and graduated in 1958. He was selected to attend the newly inaugurated Haile Selassie I Military Academy in Harar as a member of the second course, and was commissioned as a second lieutenant in 1961. He graduated from the Para commando training in Debre Zeit with most of his classmates. He then served with the Ethiopian Brigade of the United Nations Forces in the Congo and was stationed in the City of Elizabethville (now Lubumbashi) in Katanga. He was a distinguished member of Special Force assigned to the Eastern Military Command where his outstanding accomplishments are legendary. He served in various capacities in the Ethiopian Army until the infamous Military Junta Derg came to power and thereafter rising to the rank of Lt. Col.
Having witnessed the atrocities committed by the tyrannical regime and sensitive to his own fate, he fled his beloved country and spent several years in the Sudan before settling in the United States of America. Lt. Col. Yigzaw was on a visit to Ethiopia to be with his mother and siblings before he met an untimely death in January 19, 2009. Lt. Col. Yigzaw was an outstanding officer and will be missed by his family and friends. He survived by a son, mother, sister and brother.
February 2, 2009 04:25 PM by Webmaster
2009 Alumni Meeting
HMAHAA will be conducting its 1st meeting of the year on January 11, 2009.
It will be hosted by Major Muluget Kebede at:
2501 Normandy Crossing Dr.
Silverspring MD 20906
Happy Holidays!
December 24, 2008 09:20 AM by Webmaster
Melkaam Gaabecha
On August 23, 2008;
Col. Gebeyehu Osman, Ms. Yemisrach Demissie and Col. Lemma Beyene Abba Shone, Mrs. Tersit W. Geiorgis; with Alumni members, celebrated the wedding of their children, Ms. Freselam Lemma and Mr. Mewded Gebeyehu.
HMAHAA wishes them well!
Continue reading "Melkaam Gaabecha"November 3, 2008 12:12 PM by Webmaster
Next Alumni meeting
The next HMAHAA scheduled meeting is on October 26, 2008. It will be hosted by Col. Kindaya's family at:
4951 Seminary Road
Southern Towers Party room
Alexanderia, VA 22311
October 14, 2008 11:33 AM by Webmaster
Alumni Nov 11 Meeting
HMAHAA has successfully conducted its bi-monthly meeting on Nov 11,2007 at 4921 Seminary road Alexandria, Virginia. It was hosted by Lt/Col. Yigzaw Abraha and his family.
Major Hailemariam Abai, chairman of the alumni association, thanked the family for being such a delightful host. The event was declared be one of the best so far.
The agenda for the day was was to elect a new executive committee, but due to lack of quorum it wasn't conducted.
October 6, 2008 03:12 PM by Webmaster
In MEMORIAM
HMAHAA extends their deepest sympathy to family and friends on the passing of the late Captain Damtew Ayele.
August 29, 2008 10:55 AM by Webmaster
ALUMNI BI-MONTHLY MEETING SCHEDULE
The table below is a tentative schedule of HMAHAA's bi-monthly meeting Schedule. It is subject to change without notice. Continue reading "ALUMNI BI-MONTHLY MEETING SCHEDULE"August 10, 2008 01:16 PM by Webmaster
August 2008 Alumni Meeting
The next almuni meeting will be on August 31st. It will be hosted by Col. Gatew. at:
6914 Ashbury DR
Springfield, VA 22152
August 7, 2008 07:26 PM by Webmaster
Alumni June '08 meeting
This month's meeting hosted by Shaleka Hailemariam & W/z Tessemie was a joyous and unique occasion. The Special outdoor arrangement made this bi-monthly meeting even more enjoyable for all ages.
We saw new faces, old faces and invited guests. Although the gracious host and our chairman Shaleka Hailemariam failed to rate this occasion in particular, the alumni members and invited guests who were there unanimously voted this to be one of the best "Andegna!"
Here is an e-mail testemonial from one of the guests who attended the meeting:
"Selam Shalequa and W/z Tessemie
Many many thanks for inviting us for this wonderful celebration where we were able to share our deep respect for former officers of highest intellect who greatly contributed for the well-being of our Motherland.
Despite the negative societal image caused by the heavy hands of Derg, I believe history will reveal the wonderful contribution of all service men and women that should be written in a gold plate.
Once again thank you so much for inviting me to this wonderful event. I hope you will share my testimonials to members of the Academy and their family.
With Warm Regards
Bineyam Gebrewold R.T(N) CNMT"
Click on the link below to see Pictures of the day.
November 4, 2007 09:14 PM by Webmaster
1st Meeting of the new Millennium
HMAHAA held its first bi-monthly meeting of the millennium on September 16, 2007 at 9 Chapel View court , Silver Spring, Maryland.
It was hosted by Col. Gebeyehu Osman, W/O Yemisrach Demessie and the entire extended family.
Alumni members conducted the 1st meeting of the new millennium enjoying the AebayeHoi song sang by Col. Gebeyehu’s Grand children. It was a memorable one.
Last but not least, after the appreciation speech by the host, the chairman, Maj. Hailemariam Abai thanked them and declared this one to be one the best!
September 11, 2007 09:32 PM by Webmaster
July'07 Bi-monthly Alumni meeting
News of the HMAHAA’s July bi-monthly meeting that was hosted by Lt. Yonas Alemayehu and w/o Tsegie which was unique, enjoyable and bountiful are as follows:
1. The chairman introduced the following new members to the Association:
B/G Demisse Goshu - 9th Course;
Col. Melese T/Mariam - 6th Course;
Col. Nigatu Bogale - 21st Course
and Lt. Tassew Sissaye - 14th Course.
2. Copies of the revised By-law were distributed to Members and will be posted soon
3. Discussion of the need for forming an audit committee
4. Maj. H/Mariam Abay (chairman of HMAHAA) and Weizero Tiseme Haile (spouse), celebrated their 40th anniversary. (See photo below).
Photo of the day below.
Continue reading "July'07 Bi-monthly Alumni meeting"August 7, 2007 11:58 AM by Webmaster
The History book by Alumni Branch in Addis on Sale
The history book of the Academy published by the Alumni branch in Addis Abeba is now available for sale. The price is $30.00.
If you are interested in purchasing the book, please send check or money order to:
Lt. Bezu Woldemichael
8010 Orange Lank Road
Springfield, VA 22153
May 9, 2007 07:45 AM by Webmaster
Alumni April'07 Meeting
Harar Military Academy Alumni Association (HMAHAA) held its bi-monthly meeting on April 22, 2007. It was hosted by GC Stifanos Asheber and sister Hirut Belachew with their children Kidist, Lily and Yoseph at their residence.
Major Hailemariam Abai, the chairman of the Alumni, thanked the family for being such a delightful host, and as usual declared this event to be one of the best so far.
The agenda for the day was reviewing the bylaws of the association. Amendments were made that will be posted soon on the bylaws section of this website.
Continue reading "Alumni April'07 Meeting"
March 20, 2007 09:49 AM by Webmaster
16th Alumni in Addis
Click the link below to see the picture
Continue reading "16th Alumni in Addis"February 1, 2007 01:15 PM by Webmaster
HMAHAA Jan. 2007 Meeting
Harar Military Academy Alumni Association (HMAHAA) held its first meeting of the year at Hilton, Crystal City, on Jan. 14, 2007. It was hosted by Col. Lemma Beyene and W/O Tersit Abebe; with their children; Jarra, Jagama, Freselam,and Kuleni.
Maj. Berhanu W/Tensae (acting chairman), thanked Col. Lemma Beyene and his family for hosting the meeting. He also informed the alumni members about the completion of the long awaited "history book" of the Haile Selassie I Harar Military Academy, published by the alumni members founded in Ethiopia. The shipment date, price and method of distribution shall be posted as soon as the information is available.
December 4, 2006 11:03 PM by Webmaster
Final Meeting of 2006
The HSIMA Alumni Association has successfully conducted the last meeting of the year hosted by the wife of the late B/Gen Afework Woldemichael, W/O Almaz Gebreyesus and her children; Indrias and Timnit Afework.
In response to the appreciations from the members, W/O Almaz said the meeting gave the family an opportunity to meet friends and course mates of her husband and other alumni members. She said that it was an uplifting and encouraging experience for her and her children, and she thanked each and every one that came to the meeting that was hosted in memory of her husband B/Gen Afework Woldemichael.
Continue reading "Final Meeting of 2006"
November 30, 2006 12:24 PM by Webmaster
Thank you Alumni Members!
To all Academy Alumni members and families from Col. Biable:
On behalf of Capt. Abere's family and mine, I would like to take this opportunity to express our heart felt thanks for your support and enthusiastic participation in our children's wedding ceremony.
We all are deeply impressed by your dedication and effort. We were humbled by your kindness and support, and we thank you from our hearts.
We are looking forward to do the same if we are provided with the chance in the future, for all alumni members and family.
We have been honored and privileged to have you by our side in this beautiful moment and again thank you.
May God bless their future and ours.
November 30, 2006 11:56 AM by Webmaster
Nov 12 HMAHAA meeting
The next HMAHAA bimonthly meeting will be held at Woizero Almaz Gebreyesus, spouse of the late Brig. General Afework W. Michael
Meeting place:
Town of Garrett Park
10814 Kenilworth Avenue
Garrett Park, MD 20896-0084
DIRECTION:
From Washington DC
CONNECTICUT AVE NW towards Maryland
LEFT onto KNOWLES AVE.
KNOWLES AVE becomes STRATHMORE AVE / MD-547
LEFT onto Kenilworth Avenue
From Virginia
I-495 N / CAPITAL BELTWAY toward MARYLAND (Crossing into MARYLAND)
take CONNECTICUT AVE Exit (North towards Maryland)
LEFT onto KNOWLES AVE.
KNOWLES AVE becomes STRATHMORE AVE / MD-547
LEFT onto Kenilworth Avenue
Or
I-495 N / CAPITAL BELTWAY toward MARYLAND (Crossing into MARYLAND)
GEORGIA AVE NW exit North towards Wheaton
LEFT on PLYERS MILL RD
LEFT onto CONNECTICUT AVE / MD-185 S
RIGHT onto KNOWLES AVE / MD-547. Continue to follow MD-547
LEFT onto Kenilworth Avenue
** For help please call 301-452-3585
October 28, 2006 09:40 AM by Webmaster
Wedding announcement
Col. Bible Getaneh / Mrs. Birke Alemu and Capt. Abere Belay / Mrs. Tekaa Seyoum request the honor of your presence at the wedding cermony of their children - Ms. Missiratch Biable and Mr. Belay Abere
Saturday, October 14th, 2006 at 11:00 O'clock in the morning at :
Debre Haile Kedus Gebriel Cathedral Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church
2601 Evarts Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20018
Dinner Reception will follow at seven O'clock in the evening at Yanni Wedding Reception Hall at:
7203 Little River TurnPike, Annandale, VA 22003
Please be on time. Adults Only.
Click on the link below for direction...
Continue reading "Wedding announcement"October 3, 2006 03:50 PM by Webmaster
HMAHAA's September 24 meeting
The HSIMA Alumni Association successfully held its bimonthly meeting on September 24, 2006. It was hosted by Birhane W/Michael and w/o Elsa Tewolde. Some of the important issues discussed were:
1. Lt./Dr. Girma Moges the secretary of the HSIMA Alumni Association in Ethiopia who recently came to the US was present at the meeting to brief the members on behalf of the executive committee. The briefing was mainly focused on:
- The process that took place to form the alumni association
- How it is being run now
- Its successes and set backs and its future trends
- How to improve the current relations of the associations back home and here in USA
- Why it took too long to draft the “history book” of the academy
- Contents of the draft and its readiness for publishing
- Financial constraints for printing the book
Finally, questions were raised and discussed frankly concerning the above
and other issues.
2. On the occasion of Ms. Missiratch and Mr. Belay wedding to be held on October
14, 2006, Col. Biable Getaneh (father of the bride) and Capt. Abere Belay (father
Of the groom) cordially invited all the alumni association members to attend to:
Church Ceremony 11:00 AM
Debre Haile Kedus Gebriel Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahhedo church
2601 Evarts Street, N.E., Washington, DC 20018
Park Ceremony:
Crystal City Park
Dinner Reception:
Yanni Wedding Reception Hall
7203 Little River Turn Pike, Annandale, VA 22003
“MELSE”
Oct.15, 2006 7:00 PM
Yanni Wedding Reception Hall
PS: Adults only
Pictures of the day and direction to the wedding ceremony will be posted shortly.
August 15, 2006 01:47 PM by Webmaster
HMAHAA July 9 Meeting
July 9 HMAHAA bimonthly meeting was held at the residence of Dr. /Col. Afre Getachew and Ms. Yalemtsehai H Tesfay’s residence. It was a unique and heart warming event. Graceful environment, wonderful meal and heart felt testimonials to the charity work the family has done for the members and member’s families.
1. Alumni members recognized Dr. Shimelis’s presence with heart felt appreciation for the life saving work he has done for Col. Kassu Taye.
2. Col. Kassu Taye made a moving statement thanking the host family, Dr. Shimelis, and the Alumni for being their for him when he needed us. It was so moving and heart felt that every one felt a lump in their throat.
3. Matters concerning the amendments to the bylaws were also discussed.
4. Good news about the engagements of childrens of the Alumni members was heard. It was told that the engagement ceremony was conducted in accordance with the Ethiopian culture.
Finally the chairman Maj. Hailemariam Abai made his traditional and gracious speech and concluded the meeting by declaring this event to be the BEST SO FAR!
June 27, 2006 02:38 PM by Webmaster
HMAHAA March 2006 Meeting
HMAHAA's March meeting was held at the residence of Ms. Zenebework Gemoraw and Capt. Tadesse Tilahun. In response to the appreciations and thanks from the members who attended the meeting, Ms. Zenebework sent the following note:
"Thank you for the kind wards extended to our family. It was an honor to have you distinguished Ethiopians in our modest house remembering your brother in arms! We are deeply touched by your affection towards my brother… I am proud to be amongst you…."
B/General Bereta is survived by his wife Ms. Abaynesh Mekonnen and children.
Pictures of the day->
Continue reading "HMAHAA March 2006 Meeting"January 24, 2006 10:47 PM by Webmaster
HMAHAA January 2006 Meeting
HMAHAA's first meeting of the year was held at 1225 Martha Custis Dr, Alexandria VA on January 15, 2006.
January 20, 2006 02:53 PM by Webmaster
The Need for Officer Training Institute
Haile Selassie 1st Harar Military Academy (1957 - 1977)
Continue reading "The Need for Officer Training Institute"January 7, 2006 09:27 PM by Webmaster
On 8th Course Graduation
His Imperial Majesty's address on passing of the 8th course, November 1967.
Continue reading "On 8th Course Graduation"