Historical Events tagged with "Admiral Kanaris"
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Military & Warfare
Greek Naval Victory at Lemnos
January 18th, 1913 112 years ago
A Greek naval flotilla achieved a decisive victory over the Ottoman Navy in the Naval Battle of Lemnos, effectively securing the Northern Aegean Sea islands for Greece. The battle was a pivotal moment during the First Balkan War as it demonstrated Greece's growing naval capabilities and its intent to control strategic maritime territories. The victory not only increased Greek territorial claims but also boosted national morale and showcased the effectiveness of Greek naval tactics against a traditionally stronger Ottoman fleet.
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