GCM school students honour anniversary of the Battle of Crete

·

Year 9 students from the Greek Community School of Melbourne (GCM) City Campus participated this year in the commemorative event for the Battle of Crete, held at the Shrine of Remembrance.

Their teacher, Vicky Lampropoulou, joined them in laying a wreath to honour those who fought and sacrificed their lives in this significant World War II battle. The Battle of Crete marked the first major airborne invasion in military history. Although the Germans eventually occupied the island, the fierce resistance of the Greeks and their allies delayed enemy plans and impacted the course of the war.

battle of crete melbourne

In the lead-up to the event, students engaged in a range of classroom activities to learn about the battle. They watched documentaries, listened to first-hand testimonies from the era, studied timelines, explored materials from the War Museum in Athens, and listened to traditional Cretan songs dedicated to the historic event.

Their participation helped bring the message of the battle — the fight for freedom — to life, while strengthening their connection to Greek history, language, and culture.

Events like this also highlight enduring values such as peace, solidarity, and friendship among the nations who fought side by side — Greeks, Australians, and New Zealanders.

As Ms Lampropoulou said: “The Battle of Crete is a reminder of the indomitable Greek spirit — a historic milestone that continues to inspire students today and preserve memory for generations to come.”

Advertisement

Share:

KEEP UP TO DATE WITH TGH

By subscribing you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Advertisement

Latest News

30 years of the Greek Film Festival: From humble beginnings to national success

Celebrating 30 years of the Greek Film Festival, Chair Nia Karteris reflects on its journey from humble beginnings to a national milestone.

St George Basketball celebrates historic Senior Presentation Night

St George Basketball Association marked a major milestone with its Senior Presentation Night, held for the first time as a stand-alone event.

‘Anoixi’ taverna night unites Greek youth in celebration of culture and community

GO Youth NSW hosted a successful taverna night on Saturday, 27 September, as the Greek Australian community came together for Anoixi.

Hellenic Lyceum of Sydney to honour unsung Greek heroines of WWII

The Hellenic Lyceum of Sydney will host a special commemoration this month, shining a light on the Greek heroines of the Resistance.

Meet us in Greece: Is the hassle worth planning a Greek destination wedding?

From the moment we got engaged, we’ve been planning our Greek summer wedding. Getting married overseas can sound like a logistical headache.

You May Also Like

Greek Community of Melbourne honours Mark Bouris’ contribution to Greek-Australian community

The president Bill Papastergiadis with the board provided a plaque to Mark to honour his contribution to the community, with Bill noting that Mark’s upbringing and Hellenic background resonated enormously with the audience.

19-year-old Mitch Georgiades wraps up stellar first season for Port Adelaide as they bow out of finals

Georgiades' shining moment came in July against former league leaders Melbourne FC. Georgiades, playing power forward during the match, scored three goals, the most by any player in the night.

New chapter for the Greek Consulate in Queensland

The Greek Consul General of Queensland celebrated a significant milestone with the official opening and blessing of its new offices.