March 25. marks the 160th anniversary of the beginning of the battle for Greek independence. As a nation which successfully endeavored upon a similar struggle 45 years earlier. the United States feels a special kinship with the Greek people. This relationship has further benefited by the pricelessness of Greek influence. both ancient and modern. on American society today. and by the Immense contributions made by immigrants from Greece over the last century. The Greek peoples passion for freedom has long been recognized as inherent in Greek character. In 1953. after Greece had defeated the Communist rebel threat of the postWorld War II period.
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Greeks have a passion for freedom inherent in their character.