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109-year-old Armenian genocide survivor honored at Mass. State House

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Friday marked a solemn day for the Armenian community as they reflected on one of the worst periods in the history of their people. At 109 years old, Mary Vartanian is a symbol of strength and resiliency.

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110-year-old Armenian Genocide survivor recognized at Boston ceremony

Boston marked 109 years since the Armenian Genocide began with a commemoration at the State House, where a 110-year-old genocide survivor was also honored.

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109-year-old Armenian genocide survivor travels to State House for commemoration

Massachusetts elected officials gathered at the State House Friday morning to commemorate the 109th anniversary of the Armenian genocide that left between 600,000 and 1 million dead, according to conservative estimates. Mary Vartanian, a 109-year-old survivor of the genocide, traveled to the House Chamber flanked by members of the Boston Police Department and the Massachusetts State Police to take part in the event. The Armenian genocide, which …

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