ITAK pays tribute to LTTE’s Lt. Col. Victor in Mannar

by Ephraim
Oct 16, 2023

The 37th commemoration of the death of Lt. Col. Victor, a key commander of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) who was martyred in 1986, was held in Mannar last week.

The event, organised by Ilankai Tamil Arasu Kachchi (ITAK), a constituent party of the Tamil National Alliance (TNA), paid tribute to the former commander of the Mannar district, who played a significant role during the armed struggle.

The commemoration saw the participation of various individuals, including MP Charles Nirmalanadan, former District Secretary and Divisional Secretary, members of the ITAK, and the general public. 

Lt. Col. Victor, also known as Marcelin Fuselus, led operations against the Sri Lankan Army during his time with the LTTE.

Born in 1963 in Pannangaddikottu, Mannar, Lt. Col. Victor dedicated his life to the liberation movement. He played a crucial role in developing and training the women's brigade, showcasing his commitment to gender equality within the Tamil liberation struggle.

He was killed in October 1986, after which the LTTE drew up the Victor Anti-Armour Regiment in his name.

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