Introduction Crete became part of Greece in 1913. Prior to then, it was under Ottoman rule from 1669-1897; then it functioned as an autonomous state until its union with Greece in 1913. The region of Crete includes several islands: Crete, of course, but also Gavdos, Gavdopoula, Dia, Chrysi, Koufonisi and the islands of Dionysades. The island…
Gregory Kontos at RootsTech 2026
We have exciting news to share, as Greek Ancestry's founder, Gregory Kontos, will be heading back to RootsTech this March! This year, Gregory will be giving...


