Aram Manukyan

Aram Manukyan (1896-1919) was an Armenian military leader and a key figure during World War I and the Armenian Genocide. He is best known for his role in organizing and leading Armenian forces in defense against Ottoman Turkish attacks. After the Armenian people faced severe persecution, he played a crucial part in the establishment of Armenian military units to protect communities. Manukyan later became a prominent political figure in the newly formed First Armenian Republic, advocating for Armenian rights and independence. His legacy is significant in Armenian history, symbolizing courage and resistance in the face of adversity.