Historical Events tagged with "Kedros"

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Military & Warfare

Massacre of Kedros Village by German Forces

August 22nd, 1944 80 years ago

During the German occupation of Crete, the village of Kedros faced a brutal crackdown. German forces retaliated against local resistance and executed numerous villagers. This massacre on a fateful day in summer resulted in the loss of many innocent lives, reflecting the harsh reality of military oppression in occupied territories. The Germans aimed to suppress resistance movements and instill fear among the remaining population, making Kedros a grim example of their tactics in the region.

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