1911 Tripoli massacre

The location holds records of a three-day military operation where Italian forces attacked local populations in the Mechiya oasis near Tripoli.

Between October 24 and 26, 1911, Italian troops conducted systematic attacks on civilians during the Italo-Turkish War, resulting in numerous casualties.

The site represents a pivotal moment in Libyan history, marking the resistance against foreign occupation and the start of colonial rule.

The memorial area contains documented evidence and historical records that detail the events through photographs, written accounts, and official military reports.

Inside a local mosque, physical marks remain from the mortar attacks that killed one hundred women and children seeking protection during the conflict.

GPS coordinates: 32.89528,13.21028

Latest update: March 4, 2025 22:26