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Mizizios (Mezezius): Armenian Noble and Byzantine Usurper

Mizizios (Mezezius): Armenian Noble and Byzantine Usurper

Mizizios, known in Armenian as Մժէժ, was a notable figure of Armenian descent who briefly held the Byzantine throne in Sicily between 668 and 669

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Hakob Hovnatanyan – Master of Armenian Portraiture

Hakob Hovnatanyan – Master of Armenian Portraiture

Hakob Hovnatanyan (1806–1881) is one of the most celebrated Armenian painters, widely known as the “Raphael of Tiflis” for his exceptional talent in portraiture. Born

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Archaeologists Discover Armenia’s Oldest Church in Artaxata

Archaeologists Discover Armenia’s Oldest Church in Artaxata

🏛️ Archaeologists Discover Armenia’s Oldest Church in Artaxata 🏛️ joint Armenian-German archaeological team has uncovered the remains of a previously unknown early Christian church in

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Armenian Wedding Tradition – Early 18th Century

Armenian Wedding Tradition – Early 18th Century

The customs and traditions of Armenian weddings are deeply rooted in the history and culture of the Armenian people. Through the centuries, these traditions have

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Narses: Legendary General of the Eastern Roman (Byzantine) Empire with Armenian Roots

Narses: Legendary General of the Eastern Roman (Byzantine) Empire with Armenian Roots

Narses the Eunuch (478–573 AD), born in Armenia, became one of the most distinguished generals and statesmen of the Byzantine Empire under Emperor Justinian I.

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Prince Valerian Grigoryevich Madatov (Ռոստոմ Մադաթյան, Rostom Madatyan)

Prince Valerian Grigoryevich Madatov

(Ռոստոմ Մադաթյան, Rostom Madatyan) Prince Valerian Grigoryevich Madatov, originally named Rostom Madatyan, was born in 1782 in the village of Avetaranots, located in the historical

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Armenian Woman from Shushi: A Glimpse into Artsakh's Heritage

Armenian Woman from Shushi: A Glimpse into Artsakh’s Heritage

This old photograph, now enhanced and colorized using software, captures an Armenian woman from Shushi, Artsakh, riding a horse with her child. Originally taken by

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Independence Day of Armenia: A Journey to Sovereignty

Independence Day of Armenia: A Journey to Sovereignty

On September 21, 1991, Armenia declared its independence from the Soviet Union, marking a pivotal moment in its history. This decision was overwhelmingly supported by

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Kirk Kerkorian: The Visionary Philanthropist of Armenian Heritage

Kirk Kerkorian: The Visionary Philanthropist of Armenian Heritage

Kirk Kerkorian, a visionary entrepreneur and philanthropist, transformed industries and gave back to his Armenian roots. His impact on both business and Armenia continues to inspire generations.

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Heroic Battles of May 1918: A Struggle for Survival

The heroic battles of May 1918 against the advancing regular Turkish forces, supported by Kurdish units, were not merely about warfare. It was a desperate

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Armenian Genocide - Tree of Life

Acknowledging the Past, Healing the Future: Remembering the Armenian Genocide

The Armenian people, who have resided continuously on their historic lands from time immemorial, have endured immense suffering over many centuries under various conquerors, invaders,

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Komitas Vardapet (Soghomon Soghomonian), the Beacon of Armenian Music

Komitas Vardapet (Soghomon Soghomonian), the Beacon of Armenian Music

Introduction Komitas Vardapet, originally Soghomon Soghomonian, remains an illustrious figure in Armenian music and culture. His role as a composer, ethnomusicologist, conductor, and teacher established

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