The monument of the victor of Salamis threatened by construction. Continue reading
Category military history
At the 11th hour
World War I Remembrance Day; a brief mention of the Greek part in the war. Continue reading
Coat of arms victorious
From Thermopylae to WW II, by means of a song. Continue reading
Athenian refugees in Troezen
Athenian refugees find a warm welcome in Troezen. Continue reading
The sinews of victory
This very difficult year, we ought to be celebrating 2.5 millennia since the battles of Thermopylae and Salamis. Since celebrations are out of the question, due to the pandemic, allow me to honor the anniversary with a series of posts … Continue reading
How Greece entered WW II

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In 1940, 73 years ago, Europe was already living through its second year of war. The Axis seemed unstoppable – the German forces, under Hitler’s command, had waltzed through half of Europe and most of the continent was reeling under … Continue reading