In 1821, after nearly 400 years of Ottoman oppression, the Greeks bound together under a flag bearing the cross to fight for freedom and justice in the land which gave the world democracy. Like the revolution which took place in America 45 years earlier, Greece would embark on a journey forever linking our two countries in their struggle for freedom and independence.
In celebration of the 204th anniversary of Greece’s Independence, AHEPA family chapters, districts, and the Greek diaspora, are working together to promote this momentous event safely as we still endure a modern-day battle against the pandemic. They have worked admirably to secure Proclamations from state and local governments, to organize flag-raising ceremonies at various State Capitols and City Halls, and to lay wreaths at memorial sites. Indeed, AHEPA family members worldwide promote and sustain the celebration of this historic day for all Hellenes.
We sincerely thank President of the Hellenic Republic, Konstantinos Tasoulas, for his message regarding the celebration of Greek Independence Day.
We sincerely thank our public officials at the federal, state, and local levels of government, including President Donald Trump (proclamation); who recognize the significance of Greek Independence, the close and enduring partnership between the United States and Greece, and the contributions of the Greek American community to society. We are grateful to all governments that understand and appreciate that the fight for the sovereignty of Greece and Cyprus continues until even today.
We ask all Hellenes throughout the Diaspora to take a moment today to acknowledge and pay their respects to those who sacrificed which allowed freedom and democracy to take root—once again—in Greece in 1821.
ΖΗΤΩ H ΕΛΛΑDA!
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