The Story of Armenia: Survival Through Empires and Genocide — Fexingo History

Perched at the crossroads of East and West, the Armenian Highlands have witnessed the rise and fall of empires for millennia. In 'The Story of Armenia: Survival Through Empires and Genocide,' hosts Lucas and Luna guide listeners through a saga of resilience that begins with the Urartian kingdom (9th–6th centuries BCE) and extends to the modern Republic of Armenia. The series traces Armenia's adoption of Christianity as a state religion in 301 CE under King Tiridates III, the creation of the unique Armenian alphabet by Mesrop Mashtots, and the country's role as a buffer between Rome and Persia, Byzantium and the Seljuks, Ottomans and Safavids. It delves into the medieval Bagratid and Cilician Armenian kingdoms, the devastating Mongol invasions, and the centuries under Ottoman, Persian, and Russian rule. The show does not flinch from the darkest chapters: the Hamidian massacres (1894–1896), the Adana massacre (1909), and the Armenian Genocide (1915–1923), which erased 1.5 million lives.

The Story of Armenia: Survival Through Empires and Genocide — Fexingo History is a history podcast hosted by Fexingo, with 229 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 81. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #232

  The Armenian Genocide: The First Modern Lie

  Sep 14, 20268 minS5

  This episode examines the systematic denial of the Armenian Genocide, focusing on how early diplomatic records were suppressed to protect geopolitical alliances. We explore the role of key figures like Talaat Pasha and George Horton in documenting the atrocities, alongside the efforts of humanitarian observers such as Johannes Lepsius and Dmitri Kuralov. The narrative traces the creation of the 'Relay Station Turkey' network used by the Ottoman government to disseminate counter-narratives to Western press. By analyzing primary sources from Urfa, Sason, and Der Zor, we uncover the mechanics of the first modern lie and its lasting impact on historical memory. Listeners will discover how the silence imposed by imperial powers allowed the erasure of a distinct cultural history and set a precedent for future impunity. #ArmenianGenocide #TalaatPasha #GeorgeHorton #JohannesLepsius #Sason #Urfa #DerZor #RelayStationTurkey #DmitriKuralov #GeorgesPirre #MusaDagh #FirstWorldWar #OttomanEmpire #HistoricalDenial #CaucasusHistory #ArmenianHistory #FexingoHistory #History Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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  Episode #231

  The Armenian Genocide: The First Modern Lie

  Sep 13, 20269 minS5

  In this episode, we examine the systematic destruction of Armenians in the Ottoman Empire during World War I and the subsequent decades-long campaign of denial. Lucas and Luna trace the events from the initial deportations under the Committee of Union and Progress to the diplomatic cover-ups that followed. We explore how Talaat Pasha orchestrated these actions and how witnesses like George Horton and Johannes Lepsius documented the atrocities against all odds. The conversation also delves into Raphael Lemkin’s work in coining the term 'genocide' based on these very events, as well as the controversial 'Relay Station Turkey' documents that sought to reframe history. Through specific accounts of survivors and international observers, we look at how memory was contested and how the truth eventually broke through decades of silence. #ArmenianGenocide #TalaatPasha #RaphaelLemkin #MusaDagh #GeorgeHorton #JohannesLepsius #Sason #Urfa #OttomanEmpire #WWIHistory #CommitteeOfUnionAndProgress #DerZor #GenocideDenial #CaucasusHistory #ArmenianHistory #HumanRightsHistory #FirstWorldWar #FexingoHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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  Episode #230

  Armenia's Mountain Monasteries: Stone Faith in the Caucasus

  Sep 12, 20268 minS5

  Before the great merchant networks of New Julfa or the tragic upheavals of the twentieth century, Armenia was defined by its rugged highlands and the enduring presence of its monastic communities. This episode explores the architectural and spiritual legacy of Armenia’s ancient mountain sanctuaries, focusing on Geghard, Haghpat, and Sanahin. We examine how these fortresses of faith emerged during the Bagratuni dynasty as centers of learning and refuge from Seljuk invasions. Lucas and Luna discuss the unique style of Armenian khachkar cross-stones, the preservation of the Grabar liturgical language within monastery walls, and the role of the nakharar noble families in funding these sacred spaces. From the rock-cut chapels of Geghard to the scholarly halls of Tatev, we uncover how stone became a medium for survival, keeping Armenian identity intact through centuries of foreign rule. #ArmenianHistory #CaucasusHistory #GeghardMonastery #Haghpat #Sanahin #TatevMonastery #Khachkar #BagratuniDynasty #SeljukInvasion #Nakharar #Grabar #ArmenianApostolicChurch #MedievalArchitecture #MountainFortresses #ArmenianCulture #ReligiousHeritage #HistoryPodcast #FexingoHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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  Episode #229

  Armenian Resistance in the Hamidian Era

  Sep 11, 20267 minS5

  Before the mass deportations of 1915, the Armenian people mounted fierce, localized resistances against the Ottoman Empire’s Hamidian massacres. This episode explores the autonomous regions of Sasun and Zeytun, where local leaders like Hovsep Papajian and Dro defied imperial forces. We examine the geopolitical tensions between Russia and the Ottoman Empire, the role of revolutionary parties like the Dashnaktsutyun and Hunchak, and how these uprisings shaped modern Armenian identity. Through the stories of Johannes Lepsius and the international diplomatic fallout, we uncover a lesser-known chapter of survival and defiance. #ArmenianHistory #HamidianMassacres #SasunResistance #ZeytunAutonomy #HovsepPapajian #DroArmenia #Dashnaktsutyun #HunchakParty #OttomanEmpire #RussianEmpire #JohannesLepsius #CaucasusHistory #ArmenianGenocide #19thCenturyHistory #MountainFortresses #ArmenianRevolution #FexingoHistory #History Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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  Episode #228

  Vardan Mamikonian and the Battle of Avarayr

  Sep 10, 20268 minS5

  We revisit the pivotal moment in 451 CE when Vardan Mamikonian led Armenian nobles against the Sasanian Empire. While earlier episodes touched on the broader context of Persian rule, this episode zooms in on the specific tactical decisions at the Marsh of Avarayr. We explore how Vardan’s refusal to convert to Zoroastrianism sparked a military campaign that ultimately failed but secured religious autonomy. You will hear about the composition of the Armenian army, the role of the nakharar feudal lords, and the aftermath where Movses Khorenatsi recorded the event as a spiritual victory. This story explains why Armenians celebrate May 28th not just as independence, but as a day of moral resilience. We also look at how this battle shaped Armenian identity for centuries, turning a military defeat into a enduring symbol of faith. #VardanMamikonian #BattleOfAvarayr #SasanianEmpire #ArmenianHistory #Zoroastrianism #Nakharar #MovsesKhorenatsi #CaucasusHistory #ChristianPersecution #451CE #ArmenianIdentity #ReligiousFreedom #PersianWarfare #ArmenianNobility #HistoricalMemory #FexingoHistory #AncientHistory #History Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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