The Ottomans began gaining control of Anatolia in the late 13th century, and had conquered most of the region by the early 15th century.

Describe the “millet system” of the Ottoman Empire.

The millet system was a system of government in the Ottoman Empire that divided the population into religious communities, known as millets. Each millet had its own legal system and religious autonomy. The millet system was designed to maintain social order and to allow different religious groups to live together in peace.

What is a “designated infidel?”

A designated infidel was a person who was identified by the Ottoman government as being non-Muslim. Designated infidels were subject to a number of discriminatory laws and practices, including the jizya tax, which was a special tax levied on non-Muslims.

Who did the Ottomans ally themselves with as German and Russia went to war?

The Ottomans allied themselves with the Central Powers (Germany, Austria-Hungary, and the Ottoman Empire) during World War I.

Where were the Armenians told they would be taken during the deportations?

The Armenians were told that they would be taken to resettlement camps in Syria and Mesopotamia during the deportations. However, many of the Armenians died during the deportations, from starvation, disease, or massacres.

List three American leaders who protested the Armenian Genocide.

Three American leaders who protested the Armenian Genocide include:

• President Woodrow Wilson
• Henry Morgenthau, Sr., the US Ambassador to the Ottoman Empire
• William Jennings Bryan, the US Secretary of State

What organization was established in the U.S. to aid the Armenians? How much money did they raise?

The Near East Relief Committee was established in the United States to aid the Armenians. The committee raised over $100 million to help the Armenians during the genocide and its aftermath.

Why does the Turkish government deny the Armenian Genocide today?

The Turkish government denies the Armenian Genocide for a number of reasons, including:

• National pride: The Armenian Genocide is a dark chapter in Turkish history, and acknowledging it would be seen as a sign of weakness.
• Fear of reparations: If the Turkish government acknowledges the Armenian Genocide, it could be liable to pay reparations to the descendants of the victims.
• Political considerations: The Turkish government is concerned about the potential impact of acknowledging the Armenian Genocide on its relations with Armenia and other countries.

In conclusion, the Ottoman Empire gained control of Anatolia in the late 13th century. The millet system was a system of government in the Ottoman Empire that divided the population into religious communities. A designated infidel was a person who was identified by the Ottoman government as being non-Muslim. The Ottomans allied themselves with the Central Powers during World War I. The Armenians were told that they would be taken to resettlement camps in Syria and Mesopotamia during the deportations. Three American leaders who protested the Armenian Genocide include President Woodrow Wilson, Henry Morgenthau, Sr., and William Jennings Bryan. The Near East Relief Committee was established in the United States to aid the Armenians, and raised over $100 million to help them. The Turkish government denies the Armenian Genocide today for a number of reasons, including national pride, fear of reparations, and political considerations.