Greetings Card : Crete Revolt - 6
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Crete Revolt - 6
Antonoussa Castanopoulos, a Cretan insurgent in the unsuccessful attempt to throw off Turkish rule
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1868 Attempt Cretan Crete Insurgent Revolt Rule Throw Unsuccessful
Greetings Card (7"x5")
"Bring a touch of history and culture to your loved ones with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse range of greeting cards. This particular card features the captivating image "Crete Revolt - 6" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the unwavering spirit of Antonoussa Castanopoulos, a Cretan insurgent, in her courageous attempt to throw off Turkish rule. These high-quality greeting cards are perfect for expressing your thoughts and emotions, making them an ideal gift for any occasion or a thoughtful gesture for friends and family. Add a personal touch with a handwritten message and create a memorable moment. Let history inspire your greetings."
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the defiant spirit of Antonios Castanopoulos, a Cretan insurgent during the failed Revolt of Crete against Turkish rule in 1868. The image, taken during the height of the uprising, shows Castanopoulos standing proudly with a throwing spear in hand, his determined gaze fixed on the horizon. The revolt, which lasted from 1866 to 1869, was an attempt by the Cretan people to throw off the yoke of Ottoman rule and establish an independent Greek state. Despite the bravery and resilience of the insurgents, the revolt ultimately proved unsuccessful due to a lack of external support and the superior military power of the Ottoman forces. The Revolt of Crete was a significant event in the history of Greece and the Mediterranean region, marking the final attempt by the Greeks to regain control of their ancestral lands before the eventual establishment of the modern Greek state in 1830. The rebellion was characterized by acts of guerrilla warfare, sabotage, and acts of resistance, with insurgents relying on their knowledge of the mountainous terrain to evade the Ottoman forces. Antonios Castanopoulos, a native of the village of Kastellos, was one of the most prominent figures of the revolt, leading a band of insurgents and carrying out numerous successful raids against Ottoman forces. His bravery and leadership earned him the respect and admiration of his fellow insurgents and the fear of the Ottoman forces. Despite the failure of the revolt, Castanopoulos' legacy lived on, inspiring future generations of Greeks to continue the struggle for independence and self-determination. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the courage and determination of the Cretan insurgents during the Revolt of Crete, and serves as a testament to the enduring spirit of the Greek people in their quest for freedom and self-rule.
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