After nearly 400 years under the domination of the Ottoman Empire. the Greek people saw the beginnings of a return to national independence amid defiant cries of "eleftheria I thanatos"-"iberty or death." America owes a great debt to the Greek people. The ancient Greeks enriched our culture in the fields of art. philosophy. science. and law. The modern theory of democracy. which we have seen triumph over communism and tyranny. has its roots in ancient Greece. In fact. the term "demokratia" was coined in the middle of the fifth century BC. by the Greek historian Herodotus. Today. GreekAmericans continue to play an important role in building this country. To cite but one example. Maryland Senator PAUL SARBANES. son of Greek immigrants. is one of the most respected and thoughtful Members of the U.S. Senate. Mr.
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