The delegation, headed by Ankara Governor Yakup Canbolat, visited Anıtkabir as part of the events commemorating the 103rd anniversary of Ankara's declaration as the capital.
The delegation included 4th Corps and Ankara Garrison Commander Major General Emre Tayanç, Ankara Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Mansur Yavaş, and Provincial Police Chief Maksut Yüksek. The delegation came to Atatürk's mausoleum by walking along the Road of Lions. After Canbolat laid a wreath at the mausoleum, a moment of silence was observed and the National Anthem was sung.
"BY TAKING CARE OF THIS HOLY HERITAGE..."
Governor Canbolat, who then went to the National Pact Tower, signed the Anıtkabir Special Book and wrote the following:
"Dear Atatürk, we are in your spiritual presence on the 103rd anniversary of Ankara, the headquarters of the War of Independence, the manifestation of the national will and the heart of our Republic, becoming the capital. Ankara, which became the center of our struggle for independence with your arrival on December 27, 1919, has become the symbol of our nation's determination for independence and unshakable belief in the future. Ankara, which was declared the capital on October 13, 1923, has been the capital of our Republic since that day. It proudly carries its values, its understanding of national sovereignty and the historical heritage entrusted to it.
We will continue to work with determination and determination to protect this blessed heritage and to develop Ankara in a way that befits its historical identity and responsibility as a capital city, and to carry it strongly to the bright future of our country. We commemorate with mercy, gratitude and gratitude all the heroes of our struggle for independence, our beloved martyrs and our veterans who passed away into eternity, especially your person and your comrades in arms. May your soul rest in peace."
CEREMONY AT THE FIRST ASSEMBLY
Governor Canbolat and his entourage then attended the ceremony held at the 1st Turkish Grand National Assembly building (War of Independence Museum) in Ulus, where Ankara was declared the capital. Speaking at the ceremony in the General Assembly hall, Governor Canbolat said, "Ankara was not just a city during the establishment of our Republic, but the center of national will, independence and rebirth. This historical heritage became an integral part of Ankara's identity when it became the capital on October 13, 1923. The road opened by the national will on April 23, 1920, gained a new meaning when Ankara became the capital on October 13, 1923. October 29, 1923." "It was crowned with the declaration of the Republic in 1923. Our Ankara became the center of the national struggle and the birthplace of our Republic. The Republic is the most valuable trust of the national will rising in these lands. Our duty today is to protect this trust and carry our Republic to a stronger future."
In his speech at the ceremony, Ankara Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Mansur Yavaş greeted Governor Canpolati, 4th Corps and Garrison Commander Major General Emre Tayanç and the members of parliament who attended the ceremony and said:
"The declaration of Ankara as the capital on October 13, 1923 was not just an administrative decision. Ankara became the center of the War of Independence, the Grand National Assembly of Turkey was opened here, and our struggle for independence was managed from here. The capital decision was a natural result of this historical responsibility of Ankara and our nation's will for independence. Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk and the esteemed members of the First Assembly entrusted this country to us with great sacrifices. They are the most They trusted our nation and did not give up on our independence even under difficult conditions. Our duty is to continue their determination and keep the interests of our nation above all else. Let us not forget that it is our common duty to protect our Republic, strengthen it with democracy, justice and modern values and pass it on to future generations.
On this occasion, I commemorate with mercy, gratitude and respect the heroic members of our First Assembly, especially Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, all the heroes of our War of Independence and our martyrs who sacrificed their lives for our country. We will protect the Republic, our national sovereignty and independence that they left us, today and tomorrow, as we did yesterday. Happy 103rd anniversary of Ankara becoming the capital."
Governor Canbolat and his entourage later participated in the 'Seymenler Cortege March'. Seymenler Cortege March, which started in front of the 1st Grand National Assembly of Turkey building, continued until Ankara Castle.
