Davy Mansion (Officers' Club)
Built by the American Davy, the mansion was used by the Macropodere Family in the early 20th century and served as the residence of Izmir Governor Rahmi Bey for a period. On April 11, 1934, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk had his photograph taken with the people of Bornova here. Today it serves as the Officers' Club.
Introduction
One of Bornova's important Levantine buildings, the Davy Mansion was built by the American Davy. The mansion stands on Fevzi Çakmak Avenue, also known as Mahfel Avenue, and lent its name to the street for many years.
Ownership and Use
- Early 20th century: Used by the Macropodere family.
- Republican period: İzmir Governor Rahmi Bey resided here.
- 11 April 1934: Mustafa Kemal Atatürk was photographed with Bornova residents in front of the mansion during his visit to Bornova.
- Present day: The building serves as the Officers' Club.
Significance
The Davy Mansion is one of the emblematic buildings that unite Bornova's Levantine past with its Republican history. It holds historical value both as a work of civic architecture and as a site that hosted Atatürk's visit to Bornova.
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Location Info
Built by the American Davy, the mansion was used by the Macropodere Family in the early 20th century and served as the residence of Izmir Governor Rahmi Bey for a period. On April 11, 1934, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk had his photograph taken with the people of Bornova here. Today it serves as the Officers' Club.
