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Pontic Greeks

Background

The Caucasus Greeks, also known as Pontic Greeks, are a Greek ethnic group originally from the region around the Black Sea, particularly from the areas of Pontus on the southern coast and the Caucasus region. Their history is marked by a series of migrations, cultural exchanges, and significant contributions to the regions they inhabited.

Origins and Geography

Pontus:

Caucasus Region:

Historical Background

Hellenistic and Roman Periods:

Byzantine Era:

Ottoman Period:

Migrations to the Caucasus:

Culture and Society

Language:

Religion:

Economic Activities:

Cultural Contributions:

20th Century and Beyond

Soviet Period:

Modern Era:

Cultural Revival:

Legacy

The Caucasus Greeks have left a lasting legacy in the regions they inhabited. Their contributions to the cultural, economic, and social life of the Caucasus and their resilience in maintaining their identity through centuries of change are notable aspects of their history. The preservation and revival of their traditions continue to enrich the cultural landscape of both their ancestral and adopted homelands.

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