Troy to host event in commemoration of Armenian Genocide victimsApril 24, 2010 - 20:15 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Armenian National Committee Eastern Region (ANC-ER) will organize an event in Troy city in commemoration of the Armenian Genocide victims. Congressman Paul Tonko, Troy Mayor Harry Tutunjian and other leaders will participate in it. Later, Troy City Hall will host a Memorial Dinner, during which Guest Speaker Garo Manjikian, Chairman of the Armenian National Committee Eastern Region, will present a lecture.
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