Melbourne’s Hellenic Museum unveils a rare 400-200 BCE hoplite panoply, on loan from Louis Dounis, in its Heroes and Hoplites exhibition—likely Australia’s only display of this ancient Greek armor.
Tag: Warfare
Greek elite forces showcased their prowess in NATO’s DYNAMIC MANTA naval exercise in Sicily, deploying a frigate, a stealthy Type 214 submarine, and highly skilled frogmen. The Greek special forces executed a challenging insertion from an Italian submarine, a mission so demanding that NATO has relied solely on them for the past three years. Meanwhile, the Greek submarine tested allied forces with its near-invisible stealth capabilities. Greece’s participation underscores its strategic importance in NATO’s maritime defense.
Princess Beatrice and her husband, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, have joyfully announced a Greek name for their new baby daughter which carries a meaningful connection to Princess Beatrice’s heritage.
Greece plans to significantly strengthen its rocket artillery capabilities in 2025, focusing on acquiring systems with a range of up to 300 kilometers.