1915 Armenian Decree

The 1915 Armenian Decree refers to the Ottoman Empire's policies during World War I that led to the systematic persecution and mass deportation of Armenians. Recognized as part of the broader Armenian Genocide, these actions aimed to marginalize, force into exile, or eliminate the Armenian population within the empire. Many Armenians were forced to march under brutal conditions, resulting in the death of approximately 1.5 million people. The decree was characterized by government orders that facilitated these atrocities, which are regarded by many historians and nations as a genocide, highlighting a tragic chapter of ethnic violence and human rights violations.