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Shot on: November 10, 2023
Location: Ankara, Türkiye

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About this Mustafa Kemal Atatürk Memorial Day vlog:
In this episode, I’m in Ankara, Türkiye. After getting a lot of feedback from my Turkish fans, I wanted to capture the events on November 10, 2023, especially what happens at 9:05am. I started off in Kızılay, an area of Ankara and saw the incredible demonstration by the Turkish people. I was awed by their love for the Father of the Turks. It is one of my favorite travel experiences to date.

I then went to Anıtkabir, the mausolem of Atatürk. It was very crowded but well worth it. I waited over an hour to get inside of Anıtkabir and was happy that I could document the experience.

Finally, after leaving Anıtkabir, I went to the victory monument. This monument depicts Mustafa Kemal Atatürk as a World War I officer. I explained some of why he is such a beloved figure to the Turkish population.

About Atatürk Memorial Day:
Atatürk Memorial Day, also known as Atatürk Remembrance Day, is an important day of commemoration in Türkiye, observed annually on November 10th. This day marks the anniversary of the death of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder and first President of the Republic of Türkiye, who passed away in 1938. The day is marked with various ceremonies and events across Türkiye to honor Atatürk's memory and his monumental contributions to the modern Turkish state. At 9:05 AM, the exact time of Atatürk's death, a moment of silence is observed nationwide, reflecting the deep respect and reverence held for Atatürk in Türkiye. Schools, government offices, and many businesses participate in this tribute, demonstrating the enduring impact of Atatürk's legacy on Turkish society and national identity.

About Mustafa Kemal Atatürk:
Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of modern Türkiye, was a military officer and revolutionary statesman. Born in 1881 in Salonika, then part of the Ottoman Empire, he was instrumental in shaping Türkiye into a secular, unitary republic. Atatürk's military prowess was evident during World War I, notably at Gallipoli. After the war, he led the Turkish National Movement in the Turkish War of Independence, fighting against both foreign occupying forces and the Ottoman monarchy.

In 1923, following a series of military and diplomatic victories, he established the Republic of Türkiye, becoming its first President. His presidency was marked by profound political, economic, and cultural reforms to modernize Türkiye. These included replacing the Arabic script with the Latin alphabet, promoting secular education, and adopting Western legal codes. Atatürk's policies also focused on women's rights, granting them suffrage and opportunities for greater participation in public life.

He passed away in 1938, leaving a legacy as a charismatic leader who profoundly transformed Türkiye's societal structure and its place in the world.

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