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Mesrop Mashtots: Guardian of the Armenian Identity Through Letters and Faith
Few figures in Armenian history carry the depth of reverence and cultural weight as Mesrop Mashtots. Born in the 4th century, he wasn’t just the
Roustam Raza: Armenian-Born Bodyguard of Napoleon
Roustam Raza (1783–1845), also known simply as Roustam, was an Armenian-born bodyguard and close attendant of Napoleon Bonaparte, whose remarkable life journey took him from
Ashot II the Iron – King of Armenia 914-929
Defender of the Armenian Crown Ashot II, known by the epithet Yerkat (Երկաթ) meaning “the Iron,” was the King of Armenia from 914 to 929,
Serj Tankian: Vocal Powerhouse, Activist, and Armenian Icon
Serj Tankian, born on August 21, 1967, in Beirut, Lebanon, is a globally renowned Armenian-American musician, composer, poet, and activist. Best known as the lead
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Ghazar Parpetsi
Ghazar Parpetsi (Ղազար Փարպեցի) was an Armenian historian who lived in Armenia during the 5th century AD. He was born in the village of Parpi
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
Hovsep Pushman
Hovsep Pushman (Յովսէփ Փուշման May 9, 1877 – February 13, 1966) was an American artist of Armenian background. He was known for his contemplative still
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Roustam Raza: Armenian-Born Bodyguard of Napoleon
Roustam Raza (1783–1845), also known simply as Roustam, was an Armenian-born bodyguard and close attendant of Napoleon Bonaparte, whose remarkable life journey took him from
Sparapet Vardan Mamikonian
Sparapet Vardan Mamikonian (388–451 CE) stands as one of the most revered figures in Armenian history, celebrated for his courageous leadership, unwavering dedication to the
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
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.
