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The Federation of Hellenic-American Societies of Philadelphia and Greater Delaware Valley unites 45+ organizations to promote Hellenic Ideals, establish relationships, and inspire celebration of Greek culture.
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Demosthenes Vasiliou Awarded Eleftheria Medal at Greek Independence Day Dinner
Last night at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, the Federation of Hellenic-American Societies of Philadelphia and Greater Delaware Valley presented the Eleftheria Medal to Demosthenes Vasiliou for his years of dedicated service to community and Hellenism.
Consul General of Greece Koutras Speaks with Philadelphia’s Greek Community
Like a town hall meeting, the voices of the Greek community of Philadelphia were heard today. Greek-American representatives from the metropolitan area got a chance to sit down with Consul General of Greece Dr. Konstantinos Koutras.
Flag Raising Ceremony at Philadelphia’s City Hall
On a rainy Friday afternoon, Greek-Americans from around the region visited City Hall in Philadelphia for the Greek Independence Day Weekend flag raising ceremony. A proclamation given by the city of Philadelphia announced the historic weekend that was sponsored by the Federation of Hellenic American Societies of Philadelphia and the Greater Delaware Valley.
A Salute to Our Evzones
A great sense of pride overcame the Wilmington Greek community yesterday that filled their church gymnasium in anticipation for the arrival of the Greek Presidential Guard. Dignitaries, dancers, and guests looked on as the Evzones marched in. Four of the members were dressed in regional folk attire to show the variety of Greece military garb,…
Presidential Proclamation – Greek Independence Day: a National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy, 2017
Greek Independence Day: A national day of celebration of Greek and American democracy, 2017. By the President of the United states of America. A proclamation.
Happy Greek Independence Day
Dear friends and members of the Federation, As of today, 196 years ago, Greeks stood up against the Ottoman Empire and revived Hellenism after almost 400 years of oppression. Despite their non-existent military infrastructure, limited resources and size, our forefathers revolted against the tyrants. With love and respect to the ideal of freedom, they succeeded…