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Two Turks learn the Roman alphabet from a sign outside the Town Hall, 1928. The government, under Kemal Ataturk, had decreed that the Arabic alphabet be replaced by the Latin one as Turkeys official alphabet. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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General Photographic Agency
Media ID 11799964
© 2005 Getty Images
Agency Back Donkey Education General Photographic Sign Turkish Viewing Diry Format
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This photograph captures a significant moment in Turkish history – the transition from the Arabic to the Latin alphabet. Taken outside the Town Hall in 1928, it showcases two Turks engrossed in learning their new official alphabet from a sign displayed prominently on its exterior. Under the visionary leadership of Kemal Ataturk, Turkey underwent a series of transformative reforms aimed at modernizing and westernizing the country. One such reform was replacing the traditional Arabic script with the Roman/Latin alphabet, which would align Turkey more closely with Europe and facilitate communication with Western nations. The image portrays an educational scene where these two individuals are diligently studying each letter on display. Their focused expressions reflect both curiosity and determination as they embrace this revolutionary change. The donkey standing nearby adds an element of rustic charm to this urban setting, reminding us that progress can occur even amidst humble surroundings. Photographed by General Photographic Agency, this historical artifact serves as a testament to Turkey's commitment to education and cultural transformation during that era. It symbolizes not only a shift in writing systems but also represents broader aspirations for social development and integration into global society. Preserved through time, this print offers viewers an opportunity to glimpse into a pivotal chapter of Turkish history when language itself became an instrument for progress and national identity formation.
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