Women like Laskarina Bouboulina, Manto Mavrogenous, and the Mesolongitisses were pivotal in the 1821 Greek Revolution, commanding ships, funding the fight, and defending their homeland with unmatched bravery.
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Greece marked the 1821 Revolution anniversary with a grand military parade in Athens on March 25, 2025. Starting at 11:15 a.m. in Syntagma Square, the event featured advanced weaponry, historic aircraft, and ceremonies across the country, attended by top leaders. Festivities began with cannon salutes at dawn and will end with a flag-lowering at the Acropolis.
Peter Dutton, Leader of the Opposition, celebrates Greek Independence Day, honoring the courage of Greek patriots in 1821 and the contributions of Greek migrants to Australia. ‘Their strength and determination helped build our modern nation,’ he says, wishing all Greek-Australians a joyful day.
President Konstantinos Tasoulas hailed the Greek diaspora in a March 21 message, marking the 204th anniversary of the 1821 Revolution. ‘With emotion, we celebrate our National Regeneration—a beacon of freedom and democracy,’ he said, praising their role from Vienna to Odessa and urging unity for a strong Greece and a free Cyprus.
March 25 is a dual celebration for Greece, marking both the start of the 1821 Revolution against Ottoman rule and the religious feast of the Annunciation of the Virgin Mary. This significant day, officially established in 1838 by King Otto, honors the Greek struggle for independence and the Orthodox faith, uniting national pride with spiritual reverence.