The recent release of declassified documents from the Greek National Intelligence Service (EYP) has sparked discussions about the 1974 Turkish invasion of Cyprus. Historian Evanthis Hatzivassiliou highlights the importance of this initiative in promoting transparency. The documents reveal that the…
The recent roundtable at Aristotle University discussed the Macedonian Struggle (1904-1908) and its perception as a pivotal uprising in Greek history, akin to the 1821 Revolution. Scholars emphasized how the struggle resonated deeply with the local population, linking it to…
The documentary series ‘Our Metapolitics,’ produced by ERTFLIX and presented by political scientist Stathis Kalyvas and sociologist Panagis Panagiotopoulos, premieres on ERT1 on November 24, 2024. Spanning five episodes, the series chronicles Greek history from the fall of the dictatorship…
The recently published book ‘Worker Stories Part B’ by journalist Nasos Bratsos delves into Greece’s labor movements during the 1950s and 60s amidst political upheaval and dictatorship. Featuring interviews with veteran union leaders, the book recounts their struggles against oppressive…
Educational institutions in Greece are urging unions, workers, and organizations to join a wreath-laying ceremony on Friday at the University of Thessaly’s Hero and participate in student-led marches on Sunday, November 17. This year marks the 51st anniversary of the…
A two-day commemorative event in Kanalia, Magnesia, honors the 81st anniversary of the village’s destruction by German forces in World War II. Scheduled for November 16 and 17, the event features a bilingual plaque unveiling and a memorial procession. Key…
Greek President Katerina Sakellaropoulou expressed her condolences to the family of Vardis Vardinogiannis, who passed away at 91. She highlighted his entrepreneurial spirit, democratic values, and social sensitivity, noting his significant contributions to Greece’s economy. A veteran naval officer, Vardinogiannis…
In 1974, Greece held a significant referendum where citizens voted overwhelmingly, with two-thirds in favor, to abolish the monarchy and establish a republic. This pivotal event marked a major shift in the nation’s governance and symbolized the end of royal…
On November 11, residents of Chios celebrated 112 years since the island’s liberation from Ottoman rule. Events included a speech by the Minister of State, Maki Voridis, who emphasized the importance of remembering the struggles for freedom. PASOK leader Nikos…
