The Armenian Genocide – A Century of Remembrance
The Armenian Genocide was the systematic extermination and forced deportation of Armenians by the Ottoman Empire during World War I. Beginning on April 24, 1915, hundreds of Armenian intellectuals were arrested in Constantinople, marking the start of a brutal campaign that would lead to the deaths of an estimated 600,000 to 1.5 million Armenians by the early 1920s.
This tragic event is widely recognized by historians and over 30 countries as the first genocide of the 20th century. Despite overwhelming historical evidence, Turkey continues to deny the extent of the genocide.
Each year, on April 24, Armenians around the world honor the memory of the victims, preserving the truth and advocating for global recognition and justice.