In this poignant episode, we recount the harrowing tale of Aurora Mardiganian, a young Armenian girl whose life was irrevocably changed during the Armenian genocide. Join Lorelee as she navigates the dark history of this tragic event, shedding light on the personal stories behind the statistics. Aurora's journey of survival, loss, and resilience serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of war and the importance of remembering those who suffered. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the depths of history and the strength of the human spirit.

Chapters:

(02:05) The Ottoman Empire lasted from the year 1299 until 1922

(03:44) World War I erupted in 1914 with the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand

(05:54) During World War I, Ottoman troops turned against Armenian Christians

(09:56) Aurora and Lucine crept through town trying to escape

(15:46) Hundreds of thousands of Armenians were rounded up by Turkish soldiers

(27:42) Aurora and her cousin survived a massacre that had taken many others

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