This year, for the first time, a small group representing the 'Philhellenes' proudly marched together with the 'Armatomenoi Moraites (Αρματωμένοι Mωραΐτες) Staikos - Staikopoulos Nafplio 1822’ in the Nafplio Independence Day parade of 25 March. Greek Independence Day commemorates the start of the War of Independence against the Ottoman Empire in 1821.
The association Armed Moraites – Staikos – Staikopoulos was founded in 2020 with headquarters in the Municipality of Nafplio, with the aim of reviving the historical events of the Greek Revolution of 1821. Participation in the Independence Day parade is always accompanied by emotion and pride for the Armoured Moraites, since it is a symbol of honour and glory.
The Philhellenes flew the commemorative flag of Theodoros Kolokotronis, adorned with the blue cross of Saint Andrew, as a tribute to their compatriots who joined the Greeks in their struggle for freedom after centuries of Ottoman rule. The flag was used in battles during the Greek Revolution and prominent military leaders including Kolokotronis and Andreas Miaoulis made their solemn vows to fight for liberation under it.
Through bravery and unwavering resolve, Greece eventually achieved independence from the Turks. A significant factor in their success was the intervention of the allied forces from Britain, France, and Russia in the critical naval battle of Navarino in 1827. The participation of the Philhellenes in the Independence Day parade pays tribute to the courageous individuals who fought selflessly and laid down their lives to help secure Greece's independence.
“ΕΛΕΥΘΕΡΙΑ Ή ΘΑΝΑΤΟΣ” “Freedom or Death” Armatomenoi Moraites (Αρματωμένοι Mωραΐτες)
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