“Deportation” of Azerbaijanis from the Armenian SSR (1948-1952)
Alex and Marie Manoogian Hall, PAB 40 Marshal Baghramyan Ave, Yerevan, ArmeniaAbout the Event: In 1948-1952 the leadership of USSR, upon request of Azerbaijani leadership, transferred a considerable part of the Azerbaijani population, constantly living in Armenia (approximately 44168 people, from which 9000 returned to Armenia) and provided the neighboring country with the necessary workforce. The transfer did not have any anti-Azerbaijani character and was carried […]