On Thursday, March 1, 2018, the presentation of Dr. Rubina Peroomian’s latest book, “My Father, A Man of Courage and Perseverance, A Survivor of Stalin’s Gulag,” was held at the Karamanougian Youth Center “Sahak and Janet Kazangian” Hall in Glendale. The event was organized by Sardarabad Bookstore, under the auspices of Hamazkayin Regional Executive and Asbarez newspaper. H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, attended and conveyed his message.
The program began with welcoming remarks by Asbarez editor Mr. Apo Boghikian. The book was presented by Dr. Shaken Kaftarian, and remarks were delivered by Prof. Richard Hovannisian. Dr. Peroomian thanked the organizers for their efforts and the guests for their support, and reflected on the motivation behind the publishing of the book.
The Prelate delivered the closing message, first congratulating the author on her latest achievement. His Eminence regarded the book as a beautiful expression of the author’s gratitude toward her father and his life, as well as a powerful testimony of Baghdig Minassian’s spirited and faithful service to our nation through the ARF, for which they endured persecution yet always remained true to their convictions and hopes, leaving behind an inspiring legacy for their children and subsequent generations. His Eminence blessed Dr. Peroomian and her valuable life’s work, in particular her devotion to the Armenian Cause, and commended the organizers for putting together the event.
