Bishop Germanos III Blessing the Flag
Series One, Issued by ELTA February 1971
On March 25, 1821, Bishop Germanos, at the Monastery of Agia Lavra, blessed a Greek flag and called on the people of Greece to revolt, thereby proclaiming the start of the Greek Revolution. Germanos wrote to foreign consuls in Patras stating “We, the Hellenic race of Christians, noting that the Ottoman race scorns us and seeks our ruin, have firmly decided to perish or be free, and with this purpose, we not take up arms.”
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A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821
MARCH 2016 - SEPTEMBER 2016
From the Politismos Collection
Bishop Germanos III Blessing the Flag
Series One, Issued by ELTA February 1971
On March 25, 1821, Bishop Germanos, at the Monastery of Agia Lavra, blessed a Greek flag and called on the people of Greece to revolt, thereby proclaiming the start of the Greek Revolution. Germanos wrote to foreign consuls in Patras stating “We, the Hellenic race of Christians, noting that the Ottoman race scorns us and seeks our ruin, have firmly decided to perish or be free, and with this purpose, we not take up arms.”
A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821 Bishop Germanos III Blessing the Flag
Series One, Issued by ELTA February 1971
On March 25, 1821, Bishop Germanos, at the Monastery of Agia Lavra, blessed a Greek flag and called on the people of Greece to revolt, thereby proclaiming the start of the Greek Revolution. Germanos wrote to foreign consuls in Patras stating “We, the Hellenic race of Christians, noting that the Ottoman race scorns us and seeks our ruin, have firmly decided to perish or be free, and with this purpose, we not take up arms.” From the Politismos Collection
A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821
MARCH 2016 - SEPTEMBER 2016
From the Politismos Collection
The Death of Isaias, Bishop of Salona
Series One, Issued by ELTA February 1971
Bishop Isaias was an active member of the revolt, having declared the Revolution in Phokis. In April 1821, he fought alongside Athanassios Diakos, in an effort to hold the Almana bridge at Thermopylae. It is said he was killed shortly after blessing the weapons of the revolutionaries. Diakos was captured and refusing to surrender, he was impaled. Their bravery and sacrifice was an inspiration to Greece.
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A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821
MARCH 2016 - SEPTEMBER 2016
From the Politismos Collection
The Death of Isaias, Bishop of Salona
Series One, Issued by ELTA February 1971
Bishop Isaias was an active member of the revolt, having declared the Revolution in Phokis. In April 1821, he fought alongside Athanassios Diakos, in an effort to hold the Almana bridge at Thermopylae. It is said he was killed shortly after blessing the weapons of the revolutionaries. Diakos was captured and refusing to surrender, he was impaled. Their bravery and sacrifice was an inspiration to Greece.
A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821 The Death of Isaias, Bishop of Salona
Series One, Issued by ELTA February 1971
Bishop Isaias was an active member of the revolt, having declared the Revolution in Phokis. In April 1821, he fought alongside Athanassios Diakos, in an effort to hold the Almana bridge at Thermopylae. It is said he was killed shortly after blessing the weapons of the revolutionaries. Diakos was captured and refusing to surrender, he was impaled. Their bravery and sacrifice was an inspiration to Greece. From the Politismos Collection
A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821
MARCH 2016 - SEPTEMBER 2016
From the Politismos Collection
The Battle of Athens
Series Three, Issued by ELTA September 1971
Just a month after the Revolution began, Greek forces entered Athens and took control of the city. They would maintain their hold until 1826, just after the fall of Missolonghi. Resid Mehmed Pasha laid a relentless siege, forcing surrender of Athens and then the Acropolis.
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A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821
MARCH 2016 - SEPTEMBER 2016
From the Politismos Collection
The Battle of Athens
Series Three, Issued by ELTA September 1971
Just a month after the Revolution began, Greek forces entered Athens and took control of the city. They would maintain their hold until 1826, just after the fall of Missolonghi. Resid Mehmed Pasha laid a relentless siege, forcing surrender of Athens and then the Acropolis.
A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821 The Battle of Athens
Series Three, Issued by ELTA September 1971
Just a month after the Revolution began, Greek forces entered Athens and took control of the city. They would maintain their hold until 1826, just after the fall of Missolonghi. Resid Mehmed Pasha laid a relentless siege, forcing surrender of Athens and then the Acropolis. From the Politismos Collection
A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821
MARCH 2016 - SEPTEMBER 2016
From the Politismos Collection
The Battle of Corinth (Dervenakia), 1822
Series Three, Issued by ELTA September 1971
After the defeat of Ali Pasha, 30,000 Ottoman soldiers were sent to southern Greece, the largest concentrated force seen in more than a century. Mahmud Dramali Pasha intended to recapture Morea, though he was advised to stay in Corinth. Theodoros Kolokotronis rallied forces and set out to cut off the Ottomans’ access to food and water, even setting fire to crops. Dramali was forced to retreat to Corinth, but the Greeks were waiting for him at Dervenakia Pass. Though greatly outnumbered, Greek troops demolished enemy troops with only a fraction surviving to return to Corinth.
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A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821
MARCH 2016 - SEPTEMBER 2016
From the Politismos Collection
The Battle of Corinth (Dervenakia), 1822
Series Three, Issued by ELTA September 1971
After the defeat of Ali Pasha, 30,000 Ottoman soldiers were sent to southern Greece, the largest concentrated force seen in more than a century. Mahmud Dramali Pasha intended to recapture Morea, though he was advised to stay in Corinth. Theodoros Kolokotronis rallied forces and set out to cut off the Ottomans’ access to food and water, even setting fire to crops. Dramali was forced to retreat to Corinth, but the Greeks were waiting for him at Dervenakia Pass. Though greatly outnumbered, Greek troops demolished enemy troops with only a fraction surviving to return to Corinth.
A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821 The Battle of Corinth (Dervenakia), 1822
Series Three, Issued by ELTA September 1971
After the defeat of Ali Pasha, 30,000 Ottoman soldiers were sent to southern Greece, the largest concentrated force seen in more than a century. Mahmud Dramali Pasha intended to recapture Morea, though he was advised to stay in Corinth. Theodoros Kolokotronis rallied forces and set out to cut off the Ottomans’ access to food and water, even setting fire to crops. Dramali was forced to retreat to Corinth, but the Greeks were waiting for him at Dervenakia Pass. Though greatly outnumbered, Greek troops demolished enemy troops with only a fraction surviving to return to Corinth. ”
From the Politismos Collection
A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821
MARCH 2016 - SEPTEMBER 2016
From the Politismos Collection
Death of Marcos Botsaris
Series Three, Issued by ELTA September 1971
Botsaris, a member of the Filiki Eteria, served as the captain of the Souliotes. On the night of August 21, 1823, he courageously led the attack on Karpenisi where his troops were outnumbered almost 10 to 1. Killed in the battle, Botsaris was buried with full honors in Missolonghi. Greek poet Dionysios Solomos wrote a poem in honor of Botsaris, comparing him to the beloved hero Hector of Homer’s Iliad.
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A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821
MARCH 2016 - SEPTEMBER 2016
From the Politismos Collection
Death of Marcos Botsaris
Series Three, Issued by ELTA September 1971
Botsaris, a member of the Filiki Eteria, served as the captain of the Souliotes. On the night of August 21, 1823, he courageously led the attack on Karpenisi where his troops were outnumbered almost 10 to 1. Killed in the battle, Botsaris was buried with full honors in Missolonghi. Greek poet Dionysios Solomos wrote a poem in honor of Botsaris, comparing him to the beloved hero Hector of Homer’s Iliad.
A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821 Death of Marcos Botsaris
Series Three, Issued by ELTA September 1971
Botsaris, a member of the Filiki Eteria, served as the captain of the Souliotes. On the night of August 21, 1823, he courageously led the attack on Karpenisi where his troops were outnumbered almost 10 to 1. Killed in the battle, Botsaris was buried with full honors in Missolonghi. Greek poet Dionysios Solomos wrote a poem in honor of Botsaris, comparing him to the beloved hero Hector of Homer’s Iliad. From the Politismos Collection
A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821
MARCH 2016 - SEPTEMBER 2016
From the Politismos Collection
Naval Battle of Samos
Series Two, Issued by ELTA March 1971
Having successfully kept out Ottoman forces after rebelling in 1821, Samos, under the leadership of Lykourgos Logothetis, the island has set up its own government. But after the destruction of Psara, Ottoman forces set their aim for taking Samos as well. In August 1824, Greek fire ships successfully forced Ottoman forces to withdraw, even managing to destroy several Ottoman ships.
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A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821
MARCH 2016 - SEPTEMBER 2016
From the Politismos Collection
Naval Battle of Samos
Series Two, Issued by ELTA March 1971
Having successfully kept out Ottoman forces after rebelling in 1821, Samos, under the leadership of Lykourgos Logothetis, the island has set up its own government. But after the destruction of Psara, Ottoman forces set their aim for taking Samos as well. In August 1824, Greek fire ships successfully forced Ottoman forces to withdraw, even managing to destroy several Ottoman ships.
A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821 Naval Battle of Samos
Series Two, Issued by ELTA March 1971
Having successfully kept out Ottoman forces after rebelling in 1821, Samos, under the leadership of Lykourgos Logothetis, the island has set up its own government. But after the destruction of Psara, Ottoman forces set their aim for taking Samos as well. In August 1824, Greek fire ships successfully forced Ottoman forces to withdraw, even managing to destroy several Ottoman ships. From the Politismos Collection
A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821
MARCH 2016 - SEPTEMBER 2016
From the Politismos Collection
Terpsichore of Hydra
Series Two, Issued by ELTA March 1971
The Terpsichore was a schooner belonging to the Tombazis family of Hydra. Captained by Emmanuel Tombazis, the schooner was part of maritime operations led by Andreas Miaoulis and Kanaris. Tombazis would go on to serve as Commissioner of Crete from 1823-24 and his brother Iakovos became the first Admiral of the Greek Navy (1821-1829).
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A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821
MARCH 2016 - SEPTEMBER 2016
From the Politismos Collection
Terpsichore of Hydra
Series Two, Issued by ELTA March 1971
The Terpsichore was a schooner belonging to the Tombazis family of Hydra. Captained by Emmanuel Tombazis, the schooner was part of maritime operations led by Andreas Miaoulis and Kanaris. Tombazis would go on to serve as Commissioner of Crete from 1823-24 and his brother Iakovos became the first Admiral of the Greek Navy (1821-1829).
A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821 Terpsichore of Hydra
Series Two, Issued by ELTA March 1971
The Terpsichore was a schooner belonging to the Tombazis family of Hydra. Captained by Emmanuel Tombazis, the schooner was part of maritime operations led by Andreas Miaoulis and Kanaris. Tombazis would go on to serve as Commissioner of Crete from 1823-24 and his brother Iakovos became the first Admiral of the Greek Navy (1821-1829).
From the Politismos Collection
A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821
MARCH 2016 - SEPTEMBER 2016
From the Politismos Collection
The Karteria
Series Two, Issued by ELTA March 1971
Built in 1825 in England, the Karteria (Greek for Perseverance) was the first steam-powered warship to be used in combat operations history. The 233-ton vessel was propelled by paddles powered by two small steam engines, and also had four masts to cruise under sail. It was used in the raid on the port of Itea and also in the Gulf of Corinth in 1827where it successfully sank nine Ottoman ships.
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A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821
MARCH 2016 - SEPTEMBER 2016
From the Politismos Collection
The Karteria
Series Two, Issued by ELTA March 1971
Built in 1825 in England, the Karteria (Greek for Perseverance) was the first steam-powered warship to be used in combat operations history. The 233-ton vessel was propelled by paddles powered by two small steam engines, and also had four masts to cruise under sail. It was used in the raid on the port of Itea and also in the Gulf of Corinth in 1827where it successfully sank nine Ottoman ships.
A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821 The Karteria
Series Two, Issued by ELTA March 1971
Built in 1825 in England, the Karteria (Greek for Perseverance) was the first steam-powered warship to be used in combat operations history. The 233-ton vessel was propelled by paddles powered by two small steam engines, and also had four masts to cruise under sail. It was used in the raid on the port of Itea and also in the Gulf of Corinth in 1827where it successfully sank nine Ottoman ships.
From the Politismos Collection
A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821
MARCH 2016 - SEPTEMBER 2016
From the Politismos Collection
The Naval Battle of Gerontas
Series Two, Issued by ELTA March 1971
Fought near the island of Leros, on August 29, 1824, a Greek fleet of ships defeated a Turkish armada (approximately 100 ships), which had come from Egypt, Tunisia and Tripoli.
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A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821
MARCH 2016 - SEPTEMBER 2016
From the Politismos Collection
The Naval Battle of Gerontas
Series Two, Issued by ELTA March 1971
Fought near the island of Leros, on August 29, 1824, a Greek fleet of ships defeated a Turkish armada (approximately 100 ships), which had come from Egypt, Tunisia and Tripoli.
A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821 The Naval Battle of Gerontas
Series Two, Issued by ELTA March 1971
Fought near the island of Leros, on August 29, 1824, a Greek fleet of ships defeated a Turkish armada (approximately 100 ships), which had come from Egypt, Tunisia and Tripoli.
From the Politismos Collection
A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821
MARCH 2016 - SEPTEMBER 2016
From the Politismos Collection
The Battle in Maniaki, 1825
Series Three, Issued by ELTA September 1971
On June 1, 1825, Papaflessas and his troops faced Egyptian forces led by Ibrahim Pasha in Maniaki (east of Gargaliani). Greek troops were outnumbered, almost four to one, but choose to stay and fight. Though Greek troops were overwhelmed and destroyed, their courage and sacrifice served to boost the morale of other Greeks who persevered in the revolution.
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A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821
MARCH 2016 - SEPTEMBER 2016
From the Politismos Collection
The Battle in Maniaki, 1825
Series Three, Issued by ELTA September 1971
On June 1, 1825, Papaflessas and his troops faced Egyptian forces led by Ibrahim Pasha in Maniaki (east of Gargaliani). Greek troops were outnumbered, almost four to one, but choose to stay and fight. Though Greek troops were overwhelmed and destroyed, their courage and sacrifice served to boost the morale of other Greeks who persevered in the revolution.
A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821 The Battle in Maniaki, 1825
Series Three, Issued by ELTA September 1971
On June 1, 1825, Papaflessas and his troops faced Egyptian forces led by Ibrahim Pasha in Maniaki (east of Gargaliani). Greek troops were outnumbered, almost four to one, but choose to stay and fight. Though Greek troops were overwhelmed and destroyed, their courage and sacrifice served to boost the morale of other Greeks who persevered in the revolution.
From the Politismos Collection
A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821
MARCH 2016 - SEPTEMBER 2016
From the Politismos Collection
The Sacrifice of Kapsalis, 1826
Series Three, Issued by ELTA September 1971
On the eve of the attempted Exodus of Missolonghi, Christos Kapsalis, a great supporter of the Revolution, led Ottoman forces into the powder store where he, and others not strong enough to leave, had hidden. He then blew up to the store, taking out a number of forces. The story of his sacrifice, and the fall of Missolonghi, spread throughout Europe and strengthened the spirit of Philhellenism.
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A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821
MARCH 2016 - SEPTEMBER 2016
From the Politismos Collection
The Sacrifice of Kapsalis, 1826
Series Three, Issued by ELTA September 1971
On the eve of the attempted Exodus of Missolonghi, Christos Kapsalis, a great supporter of the Revolution, led Ottoman forces into the powder store where he, and others not strong enough to leave, had hidden. He then blew up to the store, taking out a number of forces. The story of his sacrifice, and the fall of Missolonghi, spread throughout Europe and strengthened the spirit of Philhellenism.
A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821 The Sacrifice of Kapsalis, 1826
Series Three, Issued by ELTA September 1971
On the eve of the attempted Exodus of Missolonghi, Christos Kapsalis, a great supporter of the Revolution, led Ottoman forces into the powder store where he, and others not strong enough to leave, had hidden. He then blew up to the store, taking out a number of forces. The story of his sacrifice, and the fall of Missolonghi, spread throughout Europe and strengthened the spirit of Philhellenism.
From the Politismos Collection
A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821
MARCH 2016 - SEPTEMBER 2016
From the Politismos Collection
Women of Souli in Battle
Series Three, Issued by ELTA September 1971
The Souliotisses are known for their brave decision of 1803 to take their children and jump off a cliff when threatened by Ottoman forces – they chose to die free rather than live as slaves (an event commemorated in the Dance of Zalongo). C. Fauriel wrote about their bravery in the Revolution, “the women accompanied the men in war, either carrying food and ammunition to them or even fighting with them...”
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A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821
MARCH 2016 - SEPTEMBER 2016
From the Politismos Collection
Women of Souli in Battle
Series Three, Issued by ELTA September 1971
The Souliotisses are known for their brave decision of 1803 to take their children and jump off a cliff when threatened by Ottoman forces – they chose to die free rather than live as slaves (an event commemorated in the Dance of Zalongo). C. Fauriel wrote about their bravery in the Revolution, “the women accompanied the men in war, either carrying food and ammunition to them or even fighting with them...”
A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821 Women of Souli in Battle
Series Three, Issued by ELTA September 1971
The Souliotisses are known for their brave decision of 1803 to take their children and jump off a cliff when threatened by Ottoman forces – they chose to die free rather than live as slaves (an event commemorated in the Dance of Zalongo). C. Fauriel wrote about their bravery in the Revolution, “the women accompanied the men in war, either carrying food and ammunition to them or even fighting with them...”
From the Politismos Collection
A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821
MARCH 2016 - SEPTEMBER 2016
From the Politismos Collection
The Secret Schools
Series Two, Issued by ELTA March 1971
The painting of the Secret Schools by Nikolaos Gyzis inspired the poem by Ioannis Polemis “My Bright Moon” and referred to secret schools of the Greek churches which aimed to educate children of the occupation about their history and legacy:
Outside, black desperation,
tangible shadow of bitter slavery,
but inside in the vaulted church,
the church which assumes every night
the shape of a school,
there is the shivering light of the candle
lighting up the dreams
and collecting the children of the slaves from all around.
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A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821
MARCH 2016 - SEPTEMBER 2016
From the Politismos Collection
The Secret Schools
Series Two, Issued by ELTA March 1971
The painting of the Secret Schools by Nikolaos Gyzis inspired the poem by Ioannis Polemis “My Bright Moon” and referred to secret schools of the Greek churches which aimed to educate children of the occupation about their history and legacy:
Outside, black desperation,
tangible shadow of bitter slavery,
but inside in the vaulted church,
the church which assumes every night
the shape of a school,
there is the shivering light of the candle
lighting up the dreams
and collecting the children of the slaves from all around.
A PHILATELIC COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLES OF 1821 The Secret Schools
Series Two, Issued by ELTA March 1971
The painting of the Secret Schools by Nikolaos Gyzis inspired the poem by Ioannis Polemis “My Bright Moon” and referred to secret schools of the Greek churches which aimed to educate children of the occupation about their history and legacy:
Outside, black desperation,
tangible shadow of bitter slavery,
but inside in the vaulted church,
the church which assumes every night
the shape of a school,
there is the shivering light of the candle
lighting up the dreams
and collecting the children of the slaves from all around.
From the Politismos Collection
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