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How they became independent
The Greek war of independence started in 1821.About 6 years later Greece won the war.
Their Flag
The blue color on the flag represents the Greek Ocean.
The white color represents the sea foam of restless Greek waves.
The cross on the flag shows the people’s strong faith.
Greece Map
The Capital of Greece is Athens.
Kythira- There was a lot of artifacts found. They donated them to the University of Pennsylvania Museum.
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Kavala- They were doing a project that included the military port, this was a great significance for the alliance.
The Renaissance Reformation 1300-1650
The Reformation started in the German areas of Europe because of a monk named Martin Luther.
He began to preach and condoned the church's offering of Indulgences.
He moved around Europe so he could spread his message.
Age of Absolutism 1550-1800
The Age of Absolutism was a period where national monarchs wielded absolute power.
By the 18th century some national monarchs could afford to have armies or go to war without the help of the merchant and financial classes.
Industrial Revolution 1800-1914
The Industrial Revolution affected the working class by replacing people with machines.
Families were also separated because they had to go away to find jobs.
World War 1 1914-1919
Hitler wanted everyone to have blond hair and blue eyes, if they didn’t he would send them off to concentration camps.
This also included Jews, Gypsies, Homosexuals, and Communists.
World War 2 1939-1945
The Americans got involved in World War 2 when Japan attacked Pearl Harbor.
The war ended in Europe when Germany was invaded and finally collapsed.
The Cold War 1945-1991
During this time many people were scared and even went into hiding.
People lived in caves just so they could be safe.
Relationship with The United States
The United States and Greece share fundamental values of freedom and democracy.
Greece and the United States have been allies in the great 20th century struggles against Nazism, Soviet Communism, and Iraqi aggression.
Tourist Attraction
Athens They have museums
there that are renovated
They are bigger then ever and more displays open every week
They also have really nice beaches in Athens