Yusuf's family was deported in 1915 with the population of Mardin. The caravan was conducted to the Syrian deserts. After a painful journey they reached Deir-el-Zor, where his mother fell exhausted and died a few days later. Yusuf was taken into an Arab's house, where although too small had to work hard. As he grew up came into connection with an Armenian shoe-maker who advised him to go to Aleppo to learn a trade. Our agent was informed and Yousouf was sent to us.

Left our care: November 20, 1926. Selfsupporting.