Turkish President Erdogan reaffirms importance of 'spirit of May 19,' describing it as Türkiye's greatest asset in facing contemporary challenges.
Turkish President Erdogan reaffirms importance of "spirit of May 19," describing it as Türkiye's greatest asset in facing contemporary challenges.Erdogan underscored the enduring importance of the event, calling it the "foundation stone" for building a strong Türkiye. / Photo: AA
In his message on Sunday, Erdogan highlighted the historical significance of May 19, marking the beginning of the Turkish War of Independence led by Mustafa Kemal Ataturk in 1919. In 1938, Ataturk dedicated May 19 to the youth of the Turkish nation as Youth and Sports Day, a national holiday that sees young people take part in sporting and cultural activities with official ceremonies across the country.
"This date signifies the spark of independence and future aspirations ignited from every corner of our nation against enemy occupation. The nationwide struggle that started in Samsun spread across Anatolia, reaching critical points in Amasya, Erzurum, Sivas, and ultimately Ankara," he said.Erdogan reaffirmed the importance of the"spirit of May 19," describing it as Türkiye's greatest asset in facing contemporary challenges.
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