War of Independence Museum, Ankara
The War of Independence Museum is located in the original Turkish Grand National Assembly building. It showcases significant photographs, documents, and furniture from the Turkish War of Independence.
This one-story andesite structure was designed by architect Salim Bey at the behest of Enver Pasha to serve as the headquarters for the Committee of Union and Progress. Construction began in 1915. On April 23, 1920, a large crowd gathered in Ulus Square for the assembly's opening. Serif Bey, the representative from Sinop and the oldest member, was chosen as the President of the Assembly and delivered the inaugural speech.
The building is now open to the public, having recently undergone renovations. It functions as the Independence War Museum, with several rooms currently accessible to visitors.
This one-story andesite structure was designed by architect Salim Bey at the behest of Enver Pasha to serve as the headquarters for the Committee of Union and Progress. Construction began in 1915. On April 23, 1920, a large crowd gathered in Ulus Square for the assembly's opening. Serif Bey, the representative from Sinop and the oldest member, was chosen as the President of the Assembly and delivered the inaugural speech.
The building is now open to the public, having recently undergone renovations. It functions as the Independence War Museum, with several rooms currently accessible to visitors.
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Sight Name: War of Independence Museum
Sight Location: Ankara, Turkey (See walking tours in Ankara)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
Sight Location: Ankara, Turkey (See walking tours in Ankara)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
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