Azeri Turk (journal)

Azeri Turk (Azerbaijani: Azəri Türk) is a scientific, literary, social, economic, and political journal that was published by exiles who came to Istanbul after the Soviet takeover of the Azerbaijan Republic in the 1920s.

Azeri Turk was an important publication that helped shape the idea of independence for Azerbaijanis both in Azerbaijan and abroad.

At the same time, realizing how important these young people and, most importantly, educated Azerbaijani youth are for the union, thanks to the help collected from the participants in good financial condition in these meetings, the needy Azerbaijani young people were provided with education, clothing and food.

It is also possible to say that one of the reasons for the above-mentioned changes that took place under Akhundzade's leadership was the time and money he allocated to the "Azeri Turkish Youth Union".

With this, "Azeri Turk" had the opportunity to receive first-hand information from many parts of the world and convey it to its readers, not only in Azerbaijan and Turkey.

Jafar Sadig, an Iranian correspondent for Azeri Turk, lived in Tabriz and was responsible for bringing the latest news there to the journal.

He understands this radicalism in the sense of fighting against the stagnation of feudalism.Looking at the copies of Azeri Turk, which revealed its goals in this way, it can be seen that most of the political, social and literary articles related to Azerbaijan are placed on the first pages.

In the 23rd issue published on the occasion of the 2nd anniversary of the magazine, Akhundzade wrote: "Azeri Turk is a broadcast organ of nationalists who take on the task of defending the independence struggle of Azerbaijan.

Our magazine wishes for the liberation of the captive Turkish countries and sees the way to this in a united struggle against the Russian occupation."

For this purpose, Mammad Sadig Akhundzade's articles showing the importance of the Caucasian Union were printed in almost all issues of the magazine.

In addition, the magazine also contained articles defending Azerbaijan as a country capable of self-governance and the possibility of gaining independence and getting rid of the exploitation of Soviet Russia.

But the east began to practice it at a time when it was criticized by the "great world democrats" such as Europe and America, the original homeland of this system.

This committee has been working for 4-5 years on the project of establishing a Jewish Republic in the provinces of Tavria, Hersun, Nikulayev and Odessa by gathering Jews in the south of Ukraine and the north of Crimea.

[19][16] On the other hand, "Azeri Turk" makes various observations that are of great importance: We see that national culture does not consist only of language and some local-geographic conditions.

Since the beginning of the war, it is known to everyone what active steps Armenian chauvinists and the "Dashnaksutyun" group have taken against Muslims, especially Turkey and Caucasian Turks.

The magazine has made great efforts to educate the youth of Azerbaijan, who were exposed to the Russification policy implemented by the Soviet government or living abroad, in the spirit of patriotism depending on their national culture and traditions.

[24][21]The article titled "Moral depression" signed by Dashdemir talks about the problems of the society, starting from the veil issue mentioned earlier.

The Moscow press was not indifferent to the discussions between Mustafa Guliyev, a member of the Communist Party, and his friends and the women's committee.

[25][26]In addition to political events, the magazine also discusses the social problems of Azerbaijan and offers ways to solve them.

"[27][26] In addition to such sad events, "Azeri Türk" magazine also featured good news such as the discovery of a drug that cured tuberculosis and treated more than 100 patients by an Azerbaijani doctor named Shakhtantinsky.

Some of these news items include: "The "Azerbaijan Representation" created in Paris under the chairmanship of Ali Mardan bey Topchubashov has never addressed Azerbaijani nationalists and immigrants, and even once insulted them with the expression "street herd".

"[29][30] The "Friendship and Security Pact" signed in Tehran between Turkey and Iran is mentioned in Turkish and Iranian newspapers in a friendly and sincere way.

[31]"Azeri Türk" also mentions the applause that was heard in Darulfun on the day of the signing of the Lausanne Peace Treaty.

This agreement is "a fair reward for the glorious struggle of the new Turkey, covered with the blessed blood shed for independence".

Noting that positive events have taken place in Afghanistan, he informed his readers that after the visits of King Amanullah Khan to Europe, Turkey, Egypt and Iran, the reconstruction movement was started and constitutional monarchy was declared.

[35][30]Touching on the articles written about him in the press, "Azeri Turk" mentions the articles in which he was praised in Iranian, Anatolian newspapers and Istanbul magazines, and referring to "Ijtihad" magazine, he wrote: "Azeri Turk" is a living work published by young nationalist Azerbaijanis.

Expressing their happiness in front of these beautiful words and praises, the management of the magazine stated in issues 28-29 that "Azeri Turk" continues to live in the summer under difficult conditions, and did not spare them their help.

For example, in the article titled "March Tragedy" in the fifth issue, attention is drawn to the massacre committed by Armenian regiments in Shamakhi ten years ago, and the inhumane treatment of Azerbaijanis is reminded.

It is a historical time that showed that nation is able to throw his existence in the mouth of hell's cannons for the sake of freedom and independence.

[42][38]Mirza Bala Mammadzade, talking about the transition of the Republic of Turkey to new letters, wrote that in 1918–1920, some studies were conducted and projects were prepared.