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The International Time and Calendar System

Atatürk replaced the Islamic calendar for the Gregorian calendar in 1925. The Gregorian calendar also known as the Western Calendar or the Christian Calendar is the most used calendar worldwide. The Gregorian calendar now is used in practically every country.

Establishment of the Turkish State Railways

An important step for industrialisation was the development of the rail network. That is why the Turkish State Railways were established. This happened on May 31 1927.

Economic Reforms

"In order to raise our new Turkey to the level that she is worthy of, we must, under all circumstances, attach the highest importance to the national economy."

Establishment of model farms

A model farm is an experimental farm from which farmers can learn new agricultural techniques. In 1925, model farms were established in Turkey.

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