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News Apr 24, 2015
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Thousands of marchers start off their recognition of 100th Anniversary of the Armenian Genocide in Los Angeles- Photo by Rick Keshishi
Thousands are expected to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Armenian genocide by walking the streets of Los Angeles in a “March for Justice.”
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Starting at 8:30 a.m., marchers gathered at the Armenian Genocide Memorial Square at Hollywood Boulevard and Western Avenue.
From there, the march at Sunset Boulevard and Western Avenue and is expected to conclude at 6 p.m. in the 6300 block of Wilshire Boulevard at the Turkish Consulate General of Los Angeles.
Organizers say the march “signifies a global demand for justice by Armenians worldwide” and demand for recognition.