History of Armenia – Ancient, Medieval & Modern Armenian History

History of Armenia – Ancient, Medieval & Modern Armenian History

The History of Armenia spans thousands of years, making it one of the world’s most remarkable and enduring cultural narratives. Situated at the crossroads of Asia and Europe, Armenia has been home to ancient kingdoms, powerful dynasties, and a people whose resilience has shaped their national identity across millennia. From the Bronze Age kingdom of Urartu and the glory of Tigranes the Great, to the adoption of Christianity in 301 AD—the earliest in the world—Armenian history reflects both triumph and struggle.

Through centuries of invasions, medieval kingdoms, the Armenian Genocide of 1915, and the rebirth of the modern Republic of Armenia, the Armenian past stands as a testament to perseverance, cultural richness, and continuity. Armenia’s unique role in global history is reflected in its contributions to religion, literature, architecture, and the preservation of heritage against all odds.

This page serves as the central hub for exploring the History of Armenia—from ancient times to the present day. Here you will find a comprehensive list of articles on Armenian-History.com, covering key events, historical figures, cultural traditions, and pivotal moments that have defined the Armenian nation. Each entry is carefully researched and regularly updated, ensuring readers have access to accurate and engaging insights into Armenia’s past.

Whether you are a student, researcher, or history enthusiast, this section is designed to provide a clear and structured pathway into the Armenian historical timeline and the legacy of one of the world’s oldest civilizations.

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Chronology of Armenian History – Timeline

Historical Periods

Ancient Armenia

Hayasa – One of the ancient Armenian Kingdoms

The Kingdom of Urartu

(legends) The Beginnings of Armenia

Armenia as Xenophon saw it

Alexander the Great and his Successors

Artashesian and Zarehian Kingdoms of Armenia

Artashesian dynasty

Tigran the Great – One of the Greatest Armenian Kings

Armenian legions in Roman army Unknown History from Smbat Minasyan

Armenian heavy cavalry (AYRUDZI) Unknown History from Smbat Minasyan

Middle Ages

Armenia in 4th century

Armenia in 5th century

Armenia during 5th-6th centuries

Armenia during 7th-8th centuries

Bagratid Armenia – The Bagratid Kingdom of Armenia

Kingdom of Vaspurakan

Kingdom of Syunik

Cilician Armenia 11th-14th centuries

An Armenian woman on the Islamic throne

Armenian boys recruited to fight for Islam – Janissaries (Yanichars)

Artsakh Meliqutyuns (principalities) and creation of Karabakh Khanate (Khanutyun) Armenian language

The Armenian heroes of the Hungarian war of independence in 1848-49ENGLISH / ARMENIAN

Modern Armenian History

20th Century

San Stefano and its Aftermath

Pan-Osmanism, Pan-Islamism, pan-Turkizm and Armenia ARMENIAN Հայերեն

Armenian Genocide

First Armenian Parties (Armenakan, Hunchasks and Dashnaktsutiun)

The First Republic of Armenia 1918-1920

Situation of Sochi’s Armenians and Voluntary army (Dobrovolcheskaya armiya) (second half of 1918 – beginning of 1919) English, RUSSIAN, ARMENIAN

Cilicia Under French Mandate, 1918-1921- The French Administration, The Armenian Legion, Economy and Health care, Social and Political life, The Thorny road to Independence

Armenian Kurdish Relations in the Era of Kurdish National Movements (1830-1930)

Armenia and Armenian People in the World War II

The Caucasians in SD and Abwher’s service

Battalion Zaytun of the German Army

Artsakh Chronicle (Chronology) – The list of the most important events (Karabakh war)

Armenian Military Emblem

History of Armenian Diaspora (Spyurq, Colonies)

Europe

Romania – Armenians in Romania

Asia

Egypt – Armenians in Egypt

Indonesia – Armenians in Indonesia

Iran – Armenians in Iran

Usa

Armenians in Florida

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Hayasa

Hayasa (Hayasa-Azzi)

Origins and Identity of Hayasa Hayasa (Hayasa-Azzi), a mountainous kingdom near Lake Van, is mentioned in Hittite records dating back to the 14th century B.C.

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Armenian Genocide Map

Armenian Genocide

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