Statement of Constantine Sidamon-Eristoff, Chairman of American Friends of Georgia, Inc.

The Board of Directors and the Board of Advisors and Officers of American Friends of Georgia, Inc. condemn in the strongest possible terms the invasion of Georgia by the Russian Federation.  We urge the immediate cessation of the bombing, strafing and shelling of innocent civilians.  All issues should be submitted to the United Nations as soon as possible.  The Russian actions are intolerable and totally uncivilized.

The West abandoned independent Georgia in 1921 when Stalin’s communists invaded democratic Georgia.  The West must not refuse to help Georgia today.

Our office in Georgia reports huge damage and destruction and many casualties.  We stand ready to assist in any possible way.  Funds are desperately needed.  Friends of Georgia may send contributions here.

The Crisis in Georgia

On 8 August, 2008, Russian troops advanced into South Ossetia. With many people injured and many more fleeing their homes as a result of the conflict, relief and medical supplies are urgently needed.

American Friends of Georgia has providing aid in the Republic of Georgia since 1994. We have offices and team members on the ground in Georgia, helping to insure that our efforts are effective.