Understanding the Armenian Genocide

“To forget a genocide is to kill twice.”

— Elie Wiesel

What happened in 1915?

In 1915, the Ottoman Empire began a campaign that led to the deaths of 1.5 million Armenians. Families were forced from their homes, marched through deserts, and massacred—simply for being Armenian.

What is Artsakh?

The Artsakh conflict is a territorial dispute between Armenia and Azerbaijan over a region with a historic Armenian majority. After the Soviet Union's collapse, fighting broke out as Artsakh sought independence. In recent years, Azerbaijan regained control, leading to the mass displacement of Armenians. The conflict centers on land, identity, and self-determination.

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