Lej Hailemariam Mammo was a Patriot of the Ethiopian resistance to the Italian occupation of 1936-1941, and was famed for his courage.

Lej Hailemariam Mammo is remembered for his determination, his bravery, and his ability as an organizer. He is also remembered for having continued to bear arms against his country's invaders, even though he was suffering from serious wounds.  (continued...)

SOURCE: Encyclopaedia Africana: Dictionary of African Biography®™ Volume 1: Ethiopia & Ghana, Page 78