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National Anthem of the Republic of Western Thrace is the national anthem of the Republic of Western Thrace (Garbi Trakya Hükûmet-i Müstakilesi), established in 1913. The lyrics were written on 3 September 1913 in Dedeağaç by Süleyman Askerî Bey, a founding member of the Republic. The text emphasizes freedom and independence. The Meriç and Karasu rivers are mentioned as geographical markers; the concepts of “republic” and “national flag” are treated in conjunction with the ideals of social unity

Republic of Western Thrace, officially known as the Independent Government of Western Thrace, was a short-lived Turkish republic established in the autumn of 1913 in Western Thrace with its center in Gumulcine. The term National Government of Western Thrace was also used in documents. The administration was organized under the chief of staffship of Süleyman Askerî Bey and the presidency of Hoca Salih Efendi. Following a congress convened in Gumulcine, the government structure was established and