The Role of Local and Provincial Elites in the Annihilation and Deportation of Aintab Armenians, 1915-1918: A talk by Umit Kurt
Clark University
Umit Kurt’s talk explores the role of local notables and provincial elites in the process of genocide and deportation directed at Aintab Armenians. It argues that as a result of their participation in the genocide, these local actors prospered and were able to transform themselves into the new wealthy social stratum through the acquisition of Armenians’ property and wealth.
Co-sponsored by the UCLA Center for Near Eastern Studies
