 In 1908, after the overthrow of Sultan, the Hamidiye Cavalry was disbanded as an organized force, but as they were “tribal forces” before official recognition, they stayed as “tribal forces” after dismemberment.The Hamidiye Cavalry is described as a military disappointment and a failure because of its contribution to tribal feuds.A major role in the Hamidian massacres of 1894-96 has been often ascribed to the "Hamidiye" regiments, particularly during the bloody suppression of Sasun (1894).