Dates
When did the Armenian Genocide begin?
1915
Who was the targeted group in this genocide?
The Armenians
What is R2P?
A global political commitment endorsed by all United Nation member states to prevent genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity/peace
When did the Armenian Genocide end?
1923
What is a genocide?
The deliberate killing of a large number of people from a particular nation or ethnic group with the aim of destroying that nation or group
What is the Human Rights Watch?
An international non-profit organization that conducts research and advocacy on human rights issues
When was the "International Criminal Court" established?
2002
What is one way the Ottoman Empire used to kill the Armenians
Forced Marches and Deportations
Mass Killings
Starvation and Disease
Targeting Leaders
What did the "Genocide Convention" treaty do?
Tried to prevent and punish genocide
When was the "Genocide Convention" treaty made?
1948
Who was the Ottoman Empire?
A powerful, long-lived state that spanned parts of Europe, Asia, and Africa for over 600 years, from the late 13th century until the early 20th century
What did the "International Criminal Court" do?
It prosecutes individuals for genocide and other crimes when national courts can't/won´t do so.