Wadi al-Sir Circassian History
The book "Wadi al-Sir / Circassian Heritage (1880 - 1980)" documents the life of the Circassian community in Wadi al-Sir, Jordan. It explains how they settled in the area after their forced migration from North Caucasus starting in 1864. The book relies on personal interviews and rare documents, providing a detailed account of their customs and traditions, architecture, cuisine, rituals, and significant historical events such as the April 1918 battle. It also highlights the lives of notable figures and the social and economic changes over the decades, along with a call to preserve the Circassian language and traditions from the threat of extinction.
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