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“From May until October, the Ottoman Government pursued methodically a plan of extermination far more hellish than the worst possible massacre. Orders for deportation of the entire Armenian population to Mesopotamia were dispatched to every province of Asia Minor. These orders were explicit and detailed. No hamlet was too insignificant to be missed. The news was given by town criers that every Armenian was to be ready to leave at a certain hour for an unknown destination.”

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Herbert Adams Gibbons

Herbert Adams Gibbons was an accomplished journalist renowned for his in-depth reporting on international affairs. Born on April 8, 1880, and passing away on August 7, 1934, Gibbons made a significant impact during his career in the news industry. His work was characterized by his sharp observations and profound understanding of complex international relations. more

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