Özet:

Mustafa Kemal Pasha's term of duty as Commander-in-Chief was extended indefinitely by the Turkish Grand National Assembly on July 20, 1922. The preparations for the attack were carried out in high secrecy, and on August 26, 1922, the order for the decisive attack was given. Violent conflicts took place between Turkish troops and Greek troops between August 28 and August 30. By August 30, Greek forces were defeated in the Aslıhanlar region in the northern part of Dumlupınar. This battle, led by Mustafa Kemal Pasha, was called the Field Battle of the Commander-in-Chief. As a result of this battle, the Greek Army suffered heavy losses and many Greek soldiers were captured. The Victory of August 30th, one of the most important turning points in Türkiye's history, was also celebrated with various events during the Democrat Party period, as in every other period. The present study evaluates the perception of the August 30th Victory Day within the Democratic Party period within the framework of the August 30th Victory Day anniversary ceremonies. During the Democrat Party period, on the anniversaries of August 30 Victory Day, all cities in the country, especially Istanbul, Ankara, and Izmir, were decorated with flags and lit up at night with electricity. During the ceremonies, there were addresses expressing the meaning and importance of the day, information about the Great Offensive was given in the newspapers or in the congratulatory messages sent, and the importance of the victory was emphasized. Students, military units, and the public participated in the ceremonies, and everyone celebrated this historic day with respect, appreciation, and great gratitude. Respect for the heroes of the National Struggle, especially Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, and the achievements of the Turkish nation were frequently emphasized in the ceremonies. In the speeches and the news in the press, it was emphasized that the victory of August 30th gave the Turkish nation the freedom and sovereignty it deserved.

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