A Greek expat in the Netherlands is set to buy former Prime Minister Andreas Papandreou’s Mercedes-Benz, calling it a powerful symbol of political history and national pride.
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On April 21, 1967, Athens awoke to the rumble of tanks and the chilling radio announcement of a military coup. As seven-year-old Alexandros Georgiou marveled at a passing M-48 tank, unaware of the unfolding tragedy, political figures like Andreas Papandreou faced armed intruders in their homes. Margarita Papandreou recounted the terror of soldiers storming their house, while King Constantine, a virtual prisoner, defied the colonels’ demands. These personal stories capture the shock and fear of a nation plunged into seven years of dictatorship.
The legalization of civil marriage in Greece in 1982 faced fierce opposition from the Church and conservatives, much like today’s debate over same-sex marriage. Despite initial resistance, it became widely accepted, highlighting how social progress, though contentious, is essential to democracy.
Athina Onassis’s stunning $15 million villa near Athens offers a glimpse into the opulent lifestyle of the Onassis dynasty. This lavish estate, complete with a pool, private chapel, and panoramic views, was once a cherished gathering place for the family, but now stands as a symbol of the heiress’s severed ties with Greece.