Children of Ararat

In this compelling memoir, Dr. Mabel E. Elliott recounts her harrowing experiences as an American physician aiding Armenian and Greek refugees in Turkey, Armenia, and Greece from 1919 to 1923, amid the devastation of World War I. Collaborating with journalist Rose Wilder Lane, the book blends Dr. Elliott's vivid accounts with Lane's extensive historical research, shedding light on the challenges faced by displaced populations and the humanitarian response of organizations like Near East Relief. Their joint narrative, long obscured until recently, highlights the resilience and courage of those caring for orphans and refugees in this tumultuous period. Enhanced by illustrations and thorough footnotes, the memoir immerses readers in a crucial chapter of American humanitarian history.