Chambeshi Monument, World War I memorial plaque at Chambeshi River, Zambia
The Chambeshi Monument is a memorial stone pillar with commemorative plaques and a concrete platform positioned near the river crossing. A period cannon from the era stands nearby, completing the formal arrangement at this important waterway passage.
German forces under General von Lettow-Vorbeck learned of the World War I armistice at this location on November 14, 1918. The units continued fighting for three more days before finally ceasing their operations.
The memorial displays inscriptions in both English and Bemba, honoring soldiers from different backgrounds who served during the conflict. This bilingual approach reflects how the site brings together communities who continue to share its history today.
The memorial stands south of Kasama near the Great North Road, accessible via a path from the main highway after crossing Chambeshi Bridge. The path is straightforward to find and leads directly to the site.
This was where the war lasted longest in Africa, as German soldiers continued fighting after the European armistice had been declared. This delay made it the final continent location where combat was still actively occurring.
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