The Armenian Crisis in Turkey
The Massacre of 1894, Its Antecedents and Significance, With a Consideration of Some of the Factors Which Enter Into the Solution of This Phase of the Eastern Question
"The Armenian Crisis in Turkey" by Frederick Davis Greene is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book examines the Armenian Massacre of 1894, exploring its causes, events, and broader implications for the Christian populations within the Ottoman Empire. The author, who has firsthand experience living in Armenia, seeks to shed light on the desperate plight of the Armenians and the systemic failures leading to their oppression. The opening of the book sets a grim tone, presenting the atrocities surrounding the Sassoun Massacre, where thousands of Armenians were brutally killed by Turkish and Kurdish forces. Greene references a collection of corroborative personal testimonies from American citizens who witnessed the aftermath and details the systematic nature of the violence. Furthermore, it emphasizes the urgent need for international awareness and intervention to address the ongoing humanitarian crisis, framing it as a crucial moment in the struggle for justice and human rights in the region. The initial chapters aim to galvanize public opinion against the Turkish regime's actions and highlight the dangerous conditions faced by Armenians under pervasive violence and governmental neglect.