Armenian press is 220 years old. In 1794 the first Armenian magazine, Azdarar, was issued.
Armenian press is 220 years old. In 1794 the first Armenian magazine, Azdarar, was issued.
It included scientific and social materials. The main goal was to raise the awareness of the Armenians living in Madras: preservation of national identity was of utmost importance. The magazine was being published for 2 years; it had 18 issues and became the godfather of the Armenian press.
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