The prosecution of Hellenism in Turkey

Uncover a Suppressed History: Àngela Graupera's Gripping Account of the Hellenic ExterminationPrepare to be deeply moved byÀngela Graupera'spowerful historical essay, a meticulously documented expose of thesystematic extermination of a thriving Greek community in Thrace and Asia Minorat the hands of the Turks. This chilling account reveals howone million Hellenes were annihilated over a mere four-year period, a tragedy often overlooked in mainstream historical narratives.Graupera's research is exhaustive, drawing from a wealth of sources to paint a vivid and harrowing picture of these events. Among the most disturbing revelations is a communiqué from the Greek Consul in Cydonies (Ayvalık) from March 15, 1916. It details a horrifying confession byHakki Bey, the mayor of Edremit, who, in a speech to German GeneralissimoLiman von Sanders, declared: "We haveapplied the German plan for the extermination of the Greek element to the letter. Today we reap its multiple benefits." The German general's chilling response upon seeing the enduring Greek character of Ayvalık — "Are these theGhiaourswhom you have not managed to throw into the sea?" — underscores the brutal intent behind these actions.More than just a historian,Àngela Graupera i Gil(1876-1940) was a formidable Spanish writer and a passionate advocate for women's rights and social change. While known for her forty-four romantic novels that challenged traditional gender roles, her commitment extended to groundbreaking investigative journalism. Graupera is recognized asSpain's first female war reporter, and her extensively documented works on armed conflicts, like this one, stand as powerful testaments to her dedication to truth.A century after its initial publication, this new edition of Graupera's work couldn't be more vital. AsNapoleon Bonapartewisely stated, "Those who do not learn history are doomed to repeat it." This book serves as an urgent reminder of that timeless warning. In an era wherepolicies of racial discriminationare alarmingly resurfacing in nation