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Armand Alaverdian (Pianist) Los Angeles
Armand Alaverdian is a pianist based in Los Angeles offering live music for weddings, special events, and private functions. He also provides piano instruction for students of various skill levels. With a perfect rating from clients, he brings professional musicianship to celebrations and educational settings throughout the greater Los Angeles area.
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Armenian Americans served with patriotism during World War II
The Armenian American community during World War II: Patriotism amid anxieties
During World War II, approximately 18,000 Armenian Americans served in the U.S. armed forces, eager to demonstrate patriotism and counter "foreigner" stereotypes directed at ethnic minorities. However, their experience differed from other American soldiers due to their parents' b
Securing the Zoryan Institute for Future Generations
Guardians of Memory: Why the Zoryan Institute Must Be Secured for Future Generations
An opinion piece by Bedross Der Matossian argues for the preservation and financial security of the Zoryan Institute, an Armenian research and educational organization. The article, published in Massis Post, examines the institute's historical significance and its role in documen
Archiving Richard Hovannisian's Legacy in Yerevan
Preserving and propelling Richard G. Hovannisian’s legacy
A team in Yerevan is cataloging the personal library of late UCLA professor Richard G. Hovannisian, comprising approximately 10,000 books on Armenian history and related subjects. The author, an Armenian Weekly editor, reflects on Hovannisian's profound influence on Armenian dias
Wolfgang Gust, Genocide Historian, Dies at 91
Wolfgang Gust, Renowned Journalist and Historian of the Armenian Genocide, Dies at 91 (1935–2026)
Wolfgang Gust, a prominent German journalist and historian specializing in the Armenian Genocide, has died at age 91. Gust was widely recognized for his extensive research and documentation of the 1915 genocide, including his work on Ottoman archives and historical records. His s
Hetq Remembers Monte Melkonian's Life and Legacy
About Identity and Belonging. In Memory of Monte Melkonian
Hetq published a commemorative piece reflecting on the life and identity of Monte Melkonian, the Armenian-American military figure and activist. The article explores themes of belonging and identity in the context of Melkonian's biography and historical significance to the Armeni
Archival records identify Glendale's earliest Armenian settler
Glendale’s earliest known Armenian settler
Archival research has identified Megerdich James Normart as Glendale's first known Armenian settler, arriving in the Tropico area—now south Glendale—in 1896, 15 years earlier than previously documented residents. Normart, originally surnamed Yanikian, purchased 10 acres of land o
Imagined Conversation With Rev. Aharon Shirajian, Armenian Orphanage Founder
In conversation with ‘Hayrig,’ father to Armenian orphans
A novelist preparing to write about her grandfather, an Armenian genocide survivor, reflects on Rev. Aharon Shirajian, the Armenian Evangelical priest who founded and directed the Armenian Orphanage of Aleppo. Between 1915 and 1924, the orphanage sheltered thousands of Armenian c
Christopher Oscanyan's 1835 lectures launched Armenian American public life
The origins of Armenian American public life: Christopher Oscanyan’s 1835 lectures
A historical article examines the origins of Armenian American public engagement through the story of Christopher Oscanyan, a young Armenian who arrived in New York in 1834 to attend what is now New York University. In fall 1835, at age 17, Oscanyan delivered a lecture on "Educat
Armenian pioneers shaped American theater and arts
Armenian arts in America: From Broadway pioneers to today’s rising voices
From Broadway's early 1900s to today, Armenian Americans have made significant contributions to theater, film, music and opera. The Armenian Weekly published the first in a series examining Armenian arts in America's 250th anniversary year. Early pioneers include actress Flora Za
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Mellanie Party Design Wedding Decorations Glendale
Mellanie Party Design specializes in wedding and event decorations, offering custom setups for ceremonies, receptions, and special celebrations throughout the Glendale and greater Los Angeles area. The team provides full-service coordination including draping, floral arrangements, backdrops, lighting, and table settings to transform venues for memorable occasions.
Hartford Circus Fire of 1944 Claims Armenian Lives
The Hartford circus fire of 1944: The day the clowns cried
On July 6, 1944, the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus tent in Hartford, Connecticut caught fire during a performance, killing at least 167 people and injuring over 700 in one of the deadliest disasters in U.S. history. Among the victims was Alice Anna Boyajian, an Armeni
Nagorno-Karabakh Armenians Seek Citizenship After Displacement
Applications for Armenian Citizenship by Displaced Nagorno-Karabakh Armenians Increase Since January 1
Applications for Armenian citizenship among displaced residents of Nagorno-Karabakh have increased significantly since January 1, according to reporting from Yerevan. The surge reflects the ongoing displacement of Armenians from the region following recent developments. Armenian
Late Scholar's Book on Armenian Revolutionary Federation Published
Late Garabet K. Moumdjian’s Book “The Armenian Revolutionary Federation and Constitutionalism In The Ottoman Empire, 1895-1908” Published
Bloomsbury Press has published a posthumous academic work by Dr. Garabet K. Moumdjian titled "The Armenian Revolutionary Federation and Constitutionalism In The Ottoman Empire, 1895-1908." The book examines the Armenian Revolutionary Federation's role during a critical period in