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Resources on Armenia, which played a pawn in the power struggles of Romans and Parthians or Persians. Armenia is considered the first nation to have officially embraced Christianity.
Armenia - Early Christianity
Christianity, according to legend, came to Armenia in the reign of Tiridates III (A.D. 238-314), who was the first ruler to Christianize his people.
Armenia - Early Period
Settlement and early growth of Armenia until it became a pawn in the hands of the Romans and Parthians.
Armenia - Chronology of Armenia
Chronology of important events in the history of Armenia.

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