Question

In 4 sentences, explain why the Ottoman Turks committed genocide against the Armenians. Like a 9th grader

Answer 1

The Ottoman Turks committed genocide against the Armenians during World War I because they viewed the Armenian population as a threat to their empire. With the empire facing military losses and instability, they believed that Armenians might ally with their enemies, which made them scapegoats for the empire's problems. The government decided to systematically remove and kill Armenians, claiming it was necessary for national security. This resulted in the deaths of over a million Armenians and is recognized as one of the first modern genocides.