The execution of four hundred and seventy prominent Cypriots in 1821 was a direct response by the Ottoman Empire to the growing support for the Greek War of Independence, which had commenced the same year. The Greek revolutionaries sought to overthrow Ottoman rule, and many Cypriots sympathized with their cause, particularly given the long-standing grievances against Ottoman governance. As news of the revolt spread, the Ottoman authorities in Cyprus perceived this as a serious threat to their control over the island. Their reaction was severe and calculated, aimed at instilling fear among the populace and eliminating key leaders who could rally support for the revolutionary movement. Among the notable figures executed was Archbishop Kyprianos, a spiritual leader whose influence extended beyond religious matters to encompass broader social and political realms. His execution became a poignant symbol of the oppressive measures employed by the Ottomans. The event was part of a larger pattern of brutal reprisals against perceived dissenters, which characterized Ottoman responses to nationalistic movements across its territories. The aftermath of these events left an indelible mark on Cypriot society, as remnants of these traumatic memories influenced later aspirations for independence and self-determination.