Turkish historian produces documents refuting Armenian genocide claim
NTV television, Istanbul
15 Apr 05
Turkish Historical Society President Yusuf Halacoglu has produced
documents in response to Armenian genocide allegations. Halacoglu
revealed for the first time an original document, dated 28 May 1915,
pertaining to the return of deported Armenians to their homes.
Halacoglu stated that the works entitled “Deaths from epidemic
diseases”, “Armenian incidents in French diplomatic documents” and the
English-language “Three colours over Taurus Mountains” document that
the genocide allegations are not correct.
Halacoglu said that the original document, dated 28 May 1915, which
was given to him by the then 3rd Army commander, Capt Nurettin
Pekeroglu, and which he is revealing to the public for the first time,
will invalidate the genocide allegations. Halacoglu explained that the
document, which was sent to the provinces, as well as to the executive
authorities, includes provisions for procedures to return deported
Armenians to their homes, adding that this clearly demonstrates that
the Ottomans did not intend to commit genocide.
Halacoglu said that another US document, dated 1921, also goes to
refute the allegations. The document, which was drawn up for purposes
of UN assistance, includes information on the Armenian population in
the world. Halacoglu also emphasised that it is necessary to open
every archive in order to resolve the issue.
From: Emil Lazarian | Ararat NewsPress