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Imad Al-Armashi (1951–2025) A Syrian researcher and historian born in Damascus, specializing in its urban history, and one of the most prominent figures interested in documenting its historical and human heritage. Imad Al-Armashi was born in 1951 and grew up in the Souq Sarouja neighborhood of Damascus, which instilled in him an early connection to the city and its landmarks. He graduated with a degree in history from Damascus University in 1977. Since 2003, Al-Armashi has dedicated himself significantly to documenting the history of Damascus, working to collect a vast number of documents and references that reveal its neighborhoods, markets, mosques, schools, Sufi lodges, caravanserais, and prominent families, in addition to clarifying the urban transformations the city has witnessed over the decades. The passing of Imad Al-Armashi is a loss to the research and cultural scene in Damascus. Moreover, the visual and intellectual archive and documented studies he left behind remain a valuable asset for future generations, and a testament to his utmost efforts in preserving the city’s memory and defending its historical presence in the public consciousness.