Sasun Uprising (1904) - Aftermath

Aftermath

The sultan made a declaration forbidding Armenians from returning to Sason. This declaration was hotly protested by representatives of different powers, and the sultan was forced to concede. Under the supervision and protection of consuls, 6,000 inhabitants returned to their native lands.

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