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Classroom resources to introduce students to Assyrian history, language, and traditions.
Understanding the Assyrian Genocide (1914–1918)
This lesson introduces high school students to the Assyrian Genocide—also known as Sayfo—during World War I. Through survivor testimonies, archival documents, and historical analysis, students examine the causes, events, and long-term impact of the genocide on Assyrian communities.e testimony of Gina Bublil-Waldman at the UN. Students analyze primary sources, discuss human rights, and connect historical events to contemporary refugee issues.
Subjects: World History, Genocide Studies, Social Studies, ELA