The migration of Pontic Greeks from the Russian Caucasus to Macedonia (1912-1914)
Part of : Balkan studies : biannual publication of the Institute for Balkan Studies ; Vol.37, No.2, 1996, pages 271-288
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The annexation of the former Ottoman areas of Batum, Kars, and Ardahanafter the Russian victory in the war of 1877-8 led to the departure of theMoslem populations (particularly those who had been involved in the anti-Russian risings) and prompted Christian populations (Armenians in particular)once again to move on masse eastwards. The aim of the study is: i) to determine the circumstances in which theidea came to fruition that Pontic Greeks who had emigrated to the RussianCaucasus (chiefly the Kars area) in the 19th century should re-emigrate toGreece (1913-14); ii) to follow the process and the pace of their migration toMacedonia; and iii) to record where they eventually settled.
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