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Protestant Missionaries in Bulgaria
The Work of Missionaries
Protestant missionaries from the United States have been active in Bulgaria ever since the country gained its independence. The missionary work...
Philippopolis a Historic and Vibrant City
A City Founded by Philip of Macedon
Philippopolis is the second-largest and second-most important city in Bulgaria. It has a long and exciting history. The...
Fruit and Agriculture in Bulgaria
Bountiful Fruits and Vegetables
Bulgaria is known for its plentiful fruits. In the valleys, there are many vineyards that produce excellent wine. The country grows...
Press Censorship in the Ottoman Empire
In the Ottoman Empire, strict censorship controls what newspapers can and cannot publish. Proof slips of every article must be approved by a government...
The Challenges of Being a Newspaper Editor in Turkey
Being a newspaper editor in Turkey is not easy. Editors face many challenges, especially due to strict censorship laws. Even with these restrictions, the...
Education in the Turkish Empire
The Turkish educational system is not completely bad, but it focuses mostly on religious instruction. Most of the schools aim to teach Islamic values...
Turkish Orders and Greek Bulgarian Bands
What the Turkish troops do is based on orders from Constantinople. However, it's difficult to figure out if the Greek and Bulgarian "bands" are...
Limited Aid for Rebuilding Villages
The Turkish government provided money to help rebuild the villages that were destroyed, but it was only about fifteen shillings per family. Many villagers...
The 1903 Uprising and the Attack on Smilevo
Mr. James McGregor, the former British Consul at Monastir, reported that during the 1903 uprising, Turkish soldiers, made up of eleven battalions and several...
A Look at the Serbian Parliament
The Appearance of the Skoupshtina
The Skoupshtina, Serbia’s Parliament, is quite plain and unremarkable. It is built from lath and plaster, and its walls are...
