Totalitarian Regimes
The Armenian Genocide (1915-1923): A Systematic Tragedy
Published May 28, 2026
The Armenian Genocide marks one of the darkest chapters of the early 20th century, where an estimated 1.5 million Armenians were systematically exterminated by the Ottoman Empire.
Between 1915 and 1923, the Ottoman government orchestrated a calculated campaign against its Armenian population, culminating in what is now recognized as the Armenian Genocide. This horrific episode involved mass deportations, forced marches, mass killings, and starvation, resulting in the deaths of approximately 1.5 million Armenians. The genocide was characterized by systematic violence, including massacres and cultural destruction, aiming to eliminate the Armenian presence within the empire. Despite international outcry at the time, the world largely failed to intervene effectively. The legacy of the Armenian Genocide continues to impact Armenian communities worldwide and remains a critical subject of historical study and recognition efforts.
