Dikran was deported with the whole family to Ras-el-Ain where during an attack by the Kurds he lost all his relatives. He himself was taken by an Arab to his tent and was adopted as his son. But Dikran could not endure the life of an Arab, far away from mankind. It was very difficult for him to stay in the plains with some camels the whole day long. He was very eager to rejoin his nation, because he was informed about his origin. He remained many years there always planning his escape. Later he heard that many Armenians were still living in Aleppo, upon which he left the tent secretly and made his way to Ras-el-Ain, whence by our agent he was sent to us.

Left our care: September 25, 1926. Relatives. Sister in Aleppo.