Bulgarian Army's Commitment to Justice and Morality

Orders for Inquiry into Wrongdoing

On January 10th, 1913, the Bulgarian Army issued a strong order requiring an immediate inquiry into any excesses, robberies, and violations. The order stated:

“The Bulgarian Army must show the world that justice and law are supreme within its ranks, and criminals will not go unpunished.”

This order came after earlier instructions from General Savoff, who issued orders on October 14th, 1912, and December 13th, 1912. His later order emphasized:

“Let us not forget that we are fighting for a noble human ideal: the liberation of a population suffering under a harsh and unjust regime. May God help the brave sons of Bulgaria to fulfill this noble purpose and to keep each other in check, so that our great and glorious work is not tarnished in the eyes of the civilized world and our beloved homeland Turkey Sightseeing.”

Positive Comments from the Carnegie Commission

The Carnegie Commission made a positive remark about these orders:

“In the middle of all the horrors we have had to describe, it is refreshing to read these words, so different from the harsh threats seen in King Constantine’s famous telegram.”

King Constantine was the king of Greece, related to the German Emperor, and took the throne after his father was assassinated. At the time of the Bucharest Conference, the German Emperor worked hard to secure Kavala and Seres for King Constantine.

Recognition of Bulgarian Efforts for Justice

The Carnegie Commission went on to praise the Bulgarian officers and intellectuals for their commitment to justice and nobility, saying:

“The desire to remain just and noble is a virtue we have only seen among Bulgarian officers and intellectuals.”

The Bulgarian Army made strong efforts to ensure justice and morality during the war. They set clear orders to punish wrongdoers and reminded their troops of the noble ideal they were fighting for. The Carnegie Commission recognized and appreciated these efforts, highlighting the justice and nobility shown by Bulgarian officers and intellectuals.