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The Armenian Genocide: Origins and Aftermath

2 Oct 2026 · 6:35 · S6 E252

This episode examines the systematic destruction of the Armenian population within the Ottoman Empire during World War I, focusing on the political machinations of the Committee of Union and Progress. We trace the escalation from the initial arrests of community leaders in Constantinople to the forced deportations into the Syrian desert. The conversation highlights the roles of key figures such as Talât Paşa, Enver Paşa, and Djemal Paşa, who directed these policies through the Special Organization (Teşkilat-ı Mahsusa). Luna and Lucas discuss the legal frameworks used to justify these actions, including the Tehcir Law, and the human cost borne by those marched under guard. We also explore the resistance at Musa Dağ, a rare instance of successful defense against state-sponsored violence. By looking at primary accounts and historical records, we aim to understand how imperial anxiety and wartime hysteria converged to produce one of the twentieth century's most devastating tragedies, leaving a legacy that continues to shape modern Turkey and international law.

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