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Armenian-American Lawyer Embraces Turkish Citizenship, Honoring Ottoman Ancestral Ties

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Gaziantep, Turkey – Glen Frederic Matheson, an Armenian-American attorney with historical family ties to the Ottoman Empire, has recently acquired Turkish citizenship and adopted the name “Murat.” During a significant period in Ottoman history, Matheson’s great-grandfather, Mihran Mesropyan, distinguished himself as an officer and chief palace architect, leaving a legacy that has profoundly impacted his descendant’s sense of identity. Ali Sahin, a member of the Justice and Development Party from Gaziantep, facilitated Matheson’s transition to Turkish citizenship. Sahin shared details of Matheson’s deep-rooted connection with Turkey, stemming from his great-grandfather’s prominent roles in the Ottoman … Read more

Armenian-American Lawyer Embraces Heritage with Turkish Citizenship: A Tale of Reconnection and Ancestral Pride

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ANKARA, Türkiye — Glen Frederic Matheson, an Armenian-American attorney with deep ancestral ties to the Ottoman Empire, has recently been granted Turkish citizenship, adopting the name “Murat” as a nod to his heritage. His lineage traces back to his great-grandfather, Mihran Mesropyan, an esteemed officer and chief architect in the empire. The process of acquiring Turkish citizenship, which was completed last month, was backed by Ali Sahin, a deputy from Türkiye’s Justice and Development (AK) party. Sahin, who also chairs the Turkish Delegation of the Latin America and Caribbean Parliament, was instrumental in facilitating Matheson’s … Read more