Saksagan
Mesolongion a Shrine of Liberty
The little town of Mesolongion, located in western Greece, is a historic shrine for all lovers of liberty. It was here, during the Greek...
Latin Inscription and Its Meaning
A Latin inscription carved into the Inner Wall of Constantinople reads:
"PORTARUM VALID FIRMAVIT LIMINE MUROS, PUSAEUS MAGNO NON MINOR ANTHEMIO."
This can be roughly translated...
Repairs on the Theodosian Walls
The Theodosian Walls of Constantinople were some of the strongest city walls in the medieval world. Keeping these walls in good condition was extremely...
The Kerko Porta and Its Discrepancies
The history of the Kerko Porta is a bit confusing due to a key issue. According to the historian Ducas, the Kerko Porta led...
Fraudulent Naturalization Claims
The United States diplomatic and consular officials in Turkey receive daily applications for certificates from Armenians who claim to be naturalized U.S. citizens. However,...
Rigorous Inspections for Leaving Constantinople
When passengers are leaving Constantinople, their luggage is inspected just as thoroughly as when they arrive. Customs officers often demand larger bribes from travelers...
Chaotic Arrival at the Port
When the steamer drops anchor in Constantinople, the gangplank is quickly surrounded by a loud, wild crowd of boatmen. They yell and grab at...
German Investments in Turkish Lands
There are only a few German businesses in European Turkey. This is because chaos and unrest have kept away investors and settlers. People did...
Germany’s Role in Supporting the Sultan
Germany’s Influence in the Ottoman Empire
Germany is more responsible than other nations for the suffering in the Ottoman Empire. Its government supports the Sultan,...
The Silence of Europe
Ignoring the Cry for Help
People often ask: How long will European powers let the Sultan ignore them and continue the suffering in Macedonia? But...
