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Humanity in the face of horror: Yazidi efforts to protect Armenians
During the Armenian Genocide in the early 20th century, the Yazidi community played a crucial but often overlooked role in protecting and assisting Armenians who were being systematically exterminated by the Ottoman Empire. Despite being a small ethno-religious minority with a history of persecution themselves, Yazidis extended their support to Armenians by offering refuge, sustenance and, in some cases, armed defense. Their actions stand as a remarkable example of inter-communal solidarity during one of the darkest chapters of the 20th century.
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Here is an excerpt from the book I wrote of my father, Deli Sarkis: The Scars He Carried. This is found on page 30 of the book:
“Another survivor was my cousin Faron, who was about to be married before the deportations. But sadly her fiance became sick and died. During the deportations, she walked all the way to the Sinjar in Mosopotamia and was taken in and remained with the Yazidis for three years.”
On another note: I also learned that when the Turks insisted that the Yazidis turn over Armenian children that they had saved, the Yazidis refused.
Shakeh
https://ellen sarkisianchesnut.com
Mr. Mooradian,
Excellent article!! Being made aware of for the first time, of the Yazidis helping Armenians during the Massacres, was something that was of much interest.
Keep up the good work……..and the best of wishes in seeking a career in law.
Robert Armen
Very interesting. I was very aware of Yazidi’s, but I didn’t know of their assistance to Armenians in 1915, Thanks for information.
This may explain why the Yazidis were singled out for massacres by ISIS. Retribution for them helping the Armenians? Remember, the Zionists (who planned the Armenian genocide and supported ISIS) don’t forget the past, believe me, I have personally experienced it.
Fascinating article – thank you for writing this and revealing a detail of our history that many of us were unaware of!
Dearly Beloved,
I would like to be acquainted of the present condition of Christianity in Armenia and even in Istanbul.
Thanks.