September 18. 1984. the Birmingham Historical Society will celebrate "Greek Heritage Night." highlighting the many contributions that Americans of Greek descent have made to the economic and cultural vitality of the city of Birmingham. The influence of Greece and its descendants has been a part of the ethnic mosaic that makes up Birmingham since George Cassimus. Birminghams first Greek immigrant. left his native land and settled in Birmingham in 1884. Those who came seeking a better life brought with them the courage and curiosity of Odysseus. the love of learning associated with Plato. and the entrepreneurial skills that have made them such an important part of Birminghams economic base. As the program for "Greek Heritage Night" notes: Our Greek community. like the proud but dispersed Greek colonies of the ancient
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Attributing courage, curiosity, love of learning, and entrepreneurial skills to all Greek immigrants.