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Loss of Language Among Greeks and Armenians
Many Greeks and Armenians in Turkey have lost their native languages. This is because they were forbidden from speaking them. Over time, without practice,...
The Armenians and Their Struggles in Constantinople
At one point, the Armenians were a key part of the business community in Constantinople. However, after the massacres of 1896, when at least...
A City of Constant Apprehension
Life in Constantinople is marked by constant fear and apprehension. The people live in a vague dread of danger, and this feeling is justified,...
The Turkish Government and the Sultan’s Role
The Sultan of Turkey is somewhat like President Cleveland of the United States in one way: he tries to control many details of his...
Who Should Protect Rumelia?
If we look at the situation fairly and without bias, it seems clear that the province of Rumelia should be placed under the protection...
A Tragic Scene of Violence and Fear
The woman found in the cabin was clearly overwhelmed by fear and grief, and she seemed mentally broken by the terrible events. The guide...
Building Projects and Social Ecology in the Roman World
Linking Construction and Society
This paper explores how Roman building projects can help us understand the connections between construction and social-ecological complexity. In Roman studies,...
Preserving or Changing the Past
The restoration of monuments has been important since ancient times. In ancient Egypt, the care and repair of monuments, along with honoring the king’s...
Rethinking Roman Construction
A Broader Social and Regional View
The traditional view sees Roman construction mainly as a city-centered activity. However, looking at it through a wider lens...
Aram-Naharaim An Ancient Land in the Bible
Aram-Naharaim is a name used in the Bible to describe an ancient region in Mesopotamia, the land between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers. It...
