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Birthday!

For all those who are interested, Ataturk’s birthday is next month!  The 19th of May is the date attributed to the birth of Ataturk.  However, because of the difference in the Ottoman calendar of the time, this date is not for certain. … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Ataturk Dressed in Yeni Ceri (Janissary) Attire

  Here is an image of Ataturk dress as a Janissary soldier.  The story behind it is he wore the outfit to a costume party where someone snagged a photo.  The Janissaries were abolished and destroyed in the 1826 Auspicious Event. … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Reforms

Link to website giving a list and short description of Ataturk’s reforms. http://www.allaboutturkey.com/reform.htm Continue reading →

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Ataturk: The Enemy of Islam

Some might think it to be a little extreme.  What do you think?  Comments are welcome.  Regardless, the music is interesting. Continue reading →

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In Loving Memory Of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk (A Hero’s Story)

Cool short picture video sort of lamenting the death of Ataturk. Continue reading →

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