The Mission At Van: In Turkey In War Time (1916)

The Mission At Van: In Turkey In War Time (1916) is a historical book written by Grace H. Knapp. The book is based on the author's personal experiences during World War I when she served as a missionary in Van, Turkey. The book provides a detailed account of the events that took place during the Armenian Genocide in 1915-1916, as well as the role of the American missionaries in the region.The author describes the challenges faced by the missionaries in providing aid to the Armenian refugees who were fleeing from the Ottoman Empire. The book also sheds light on the atrocities committed by the Ottoman army against the Armenian population, including the massacres, deportations, and forced conversions.The author describes the efforts made by the American missionaries to provide medical aid, food, and shelter to the refugees. The book also highlights the role of the American government in providing relief to the Armenian refugees.The Mission At Van: In Turkey In War Time (1916) is a powerful and moving account of one of the darkest periods in human history. It provides a unique perspective on the Armenian Genocide and the efforts made by the American missionaries to provide aid and support to the victims. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Armenian Genocide and the role of the American missionaries in the region.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.