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An outdoor tribute titled the "Silent Testimony Installation" opens at Istanbul's Uskudar Square to mark the 10th anniversary of the historic July 15, 2016 coup attempt in Türkiye.
The open-air exhibition is designed as a deep, spatial commemoration to honor the courage and memory of the 253 individuals who lost their lives during the public resistance.
At the heart of the installation, hundreds of vibrant Turkish flags stand side-by-side, creating a powerful visual wave of national unity against the backdrop of the Bosphorus.
Each flag staff is accompanied by a dedicated plaque inscribed with the individual name of a fallen citizen, preserving their identity for every passerby to read.
In addition to their names, the plaques feature the exact birth dates and home provinces of the martyrs, underscoring how citizens from all walks of life and corners of the nation united that night.
Located in the major transit hub of Uskudar, the quiet, reflective memorial space offers commuters and tourists a poignant place to pause during their daily routines.
The geometric layout of the display allows visitors to walk between the rows of flags, creating an intimate, immersive space for personal reflection and prayer.
By highlighting individual human stories, the exhibition shifts the focus from a broad historical event to the personal sacrifices made by ordinary families.
Residents and relatives of the victims gather around the plaques, with many leaving flowers and paying their respects as they locate the names of their loved ones.
This striking public installation stands as a central monument within a series of nationwide ceremonies, continuing to keep the collective memory of the fateful night alive 10 years later.
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