Union With Greece
f Specially written for "The Press” by KENNETH ANTHONY J I7LAGS have always been popular subjects for stamp designs. Seen on this Greek stamp is the hoisting of the Greek flag at Suda Bay in Crete on May 1, 1913—the ceremony which marked the union of that island with Greece.
The stamp, which did not appear until November, 1914, was intended for use only in Crete, but some examples which have been postmarked at Athens and elsewhere are known.
The flagpole seen on the right of the stamp is of special significance in the history of Crete. Ever since Greek independence was secured in the 1820 s, the Cretans’ ambition was to be united with Greece.
The great powers of Europe hesitated to allow this because it might weaken the Ottoman Empire still further. They feared Russia might gain a foothold in the Mediterranean. Such were the power politics which held up Cretan aspirations for nearly a century. In 1866, the people of Crete rebelled against their Turkish masters, and were suppressed only after three years of
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Press, Volume CIV, Issue 30847, 4 September 1965, Page 12
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180Union With Greece Press, Volume CIV, Issue 30847, 4 September 1965, Page 12
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