The 28th of October 1940 marks one of the greatest epics in modern history - the refusal of Greece to surrender to the Axis powers. When Greece crushed Nazi Germany’s main ally, Italy, after refusing to surrender, it inspired the world to be victorious against the Axis.
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Greece dealt the seemingly invincible Axis a humiliating defeat and shocked the world resulting in Germany sending troops to occupy Greece. The Greek forces’ victory played a decisive role in the outcome of WWII. Hitler himself claimed Germany failed to invade the Soviet Union in time because Greece defeated Italy.
Greeks have inspired the world with their acts of heroism from the Persian wars in antiquity to the War of Independence and the Balkan Wars. Fortitude, patriotism, and the struggle for freedom against all odds are integral values of Hellenism. When Prime Minister of Greece, Ioannis Metaxas, rejected Italy’s ultimatum to surrender, he reminded the world that Greece does not surrender in the face of any threat.
Every 28th of October, Greeks around the world pass this message down to the next generations to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives for our freedom. Their sacrifice guides us to be brave and strong and to preserve Hellenism.
