Historical Events tagged with "kalavryta"

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Massacre of Kalavryta by German Forces

December 13th, 1943 81 years ago

In December 1943, German occupying forces carried out a brutal massacre in the village of Kalavryta, Greece. In retaliation for the deaths of 13 German soldiers during an ambush by Greek resistance fighters, the Germans executed more than 500 male inhabitants, aged over 15, and set the village on fire. Women and children were not spared, as many were subjected to violence and displacement. The event left a lasting mark on the collective memory of the Greek people.

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German Forces Attack Mega Spilaio Monastery

December 8th, 1943 81 years ago

The German 117th Jäger Division conducted an attack on Mega Spilaio Monastery in Greece, resulting in the destruction of the site and the execution of 22 monks and visitors. This act was part of a larger pattern of reprisals against the Greek population for resistance activities. The brutal action was soon followed by the Massacre of Kalavryta, compounding the tragedy in the region.

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Greek Revolutionaries Capture Kalavryta

March 21st, 1821 203 years ago

Greek revolutionaries launched a coordinated attack on Kalavryta, a town in the Peloponnese region, as part of their uprising against Ottoman rule. The rebels aimed to gather support for their cause and demonstrate their commitment to liberation. Following a decisive assault, they managed to seize control of the town, rallying more fighters to their side. This event marked a significant early victory for the Greek forces during their struggle for independence.

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