For many years after Greece’s War of Independence in 1821, the Aegean islands, including Chios, remained under Ottoman control. On November 11, 1912, during the First Balkan War, the Greek navy began its mission to liberate Chios. After weeks of intense battles, Ottoman forces surrendered on December 20, marking a new era of freedom for the island. November 11 has since held deep significance as Chios honors those who fought and sacrificed for its liberation, including the martyrs of the 1822 massacre.

Join us on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at the Church of the Holy Resurrection, 1400 Cedar Swamp Road, Brookville, NY 11545, for the 112th Anniversary of Chios’s Liberation. A memorial service and doxology will follow the Divine Liturgy.

Afterward, the Chian Federation and the Panchiaki Korais Society welcome you to a Cultural Event and Reception in the Church’s Fellowship Hall. Our keynote speaker, Dr. Angeliki Mastromichalaki will present “The History of Chios Through the History of its Unique Kampos,” exploring the island’s path to freedom. An English-language discussion will follow.

As the Academic Director of Ellinopoula, a digital platform promoting Greek language and culture for children, Dr. Mastromichalaki is renowned for her commitment to Greek heritage, especially among the diaspora. Her leadership in Greek education connects young learners worldwide to their roots.