The Armenian Genocide refers to the systematic extermination of the Armenian population by the Ottoman Empire during and after World War I, primarily between 1915 and 1923. It is estimated that 1.5 million Armenians were killed through mass shootings, forced marches, and starvation. This tragic event is recognized by many countries and historians as one of the first modern genocides. The genocide involved the deportation of Armenians from their ancestral lands, where they faced brutal treatment. Many were sent to concentration camps or forced into the Syrian desert, leading to widespread suffering and death. The legacy of the Armenian Genocide continues to impact Armenian communities and international relations today.