Posted on March 25, 2022
This is an update of my post published on March 25, 2011:
Today is a national holiday for Greece, celebrating winning independence from the Ottoman Empire in 1830. Greek people celebrate with parades – such as a school flag parade in every town and village, and a big armed forces parade in the nation’s capital, Athens.
Explore some more…
- Many times, when we learn about Greece, we learn about Ancient Greece. That’s lots of fun to do, and here are a few resources…but modern Greece is fascinating, too!
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One of the beauties of Greece is Melissani Lake. |
- Above is a photo of Shipwreck Beach. Hmmm…I wonder why they call it that?
- Here is the Kids World Travel website, with some great info about modern Greece.
- Here are some more photos of modern Greece—including tons of photos of an Independence Day parade!
- And below are some iconic views of the lovely Greek islands:
Also on this date:
Tolkien Reading Day
Feminist activist / journalist Gloria Steinem’s birthday
Anniversary of the cancellation of The Monkees
Anniversary of the Arengo in San Marino
Anniversary of the discovery of Titan
Freedom Day in Belarus
Birthday of musical giant Aretha Franklin
Birthday of musician Elton John
International Waffle Day (Våffeldagen)
Plan ahead:
Check out my Pinterest boards for:
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March holidays
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March birthdays
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Historical anniversaries in March
And here are my Pinterest boards for:
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April holidays
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April birthdays
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Historical anniversaries in April