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In 1915, the first genocide of the 20th century claimed one and a half million victims.
The Ottoman government had ordered the extermination of the Armenian people.
But between 100,000 and 200,000 women and children survived, becoming Islamised and integrated into the Kurdish and Turkish populations.
Today, their descendants are discovering Armenian roots that have lain hidden for generations…
Some are researching their ancestors to reclaim their history and culture; others are considering converting to Christianity.
Our reporters follow them on their search for identity...
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