Educational Articles
A Political Lesson
Our Greek immigrant family were Roosevelt Democrats, as were our neighbors, my classmates, and the people of Chicago.
Christmas of 1828 in Patras
During his stay in Patras, Jacques Mangeart kept a journal documenting the habits of the locals and the customs of the place. Here are his impressions of Christmas in Patras in 1828.
Genealogy Research Sheds Light on Unknown Aspects of 1821 Revolution
The story of Avramakis Chatzisavvas is a characteristic example of how a genealogical research case can shed light on less known aspects of a remarkable historical event, the 1821 Greek Revolution.
Reconnecting with a Heroic Legacy
A WWII hero’s grandson reconnects with his Greek heritage through poignant wartime letters, shedding light on a remarkable past.
Lausanne Centennial: Geographical Origins of Greek Refugees
July 24th, 2023, marked the centennial of the Treaty of Lausanne. This article aims to shed light on the historical context of that Treaty by studying newly digitized records of Asia Minor Greek refugees. The findings of the statistical analysis will enable us to visualize the geographical origins of the refugees and gain a deeper understanding of the history of Hellenism in Asia Minor.
Milestones in Greek Electoral History, pt. 2
This article explores milestones in Greek electoral history which shaped the trajectory of the nation in the 20th century.
Milestones in Greek Electoral History, pt. 1
This article explores milestones in Greek electoral history which have left an indelible mark and shaped the trajectory of the nation.
Greek Ocean Liners & American Immigration
This article aims to shed more light on the history of Greek ocean liners, the ships that carried many of our ancestors to what was seen as the “Promised Land.”
“Soul-children” (Ψυχοπαίδια)
By Maro Rempoutsika & Gregory Kontos In a notarial record signed on the island of Kythera in 1564, back when the island was under Venetian rule, we learn about the details of an adoption contract.[1] In particular, a man named Georgis Maneas, agreed to accept a...
A Political Lesson
Our Greek immigrant family were Roosevelt Democrats, as were our neighbors, my classmates, and the people of Chicago.
Christmas of 1828 in Patras
During his stay in Patras, Jacques Mangeart kept a journal documenting the habits of the locals and the customs of the place. Here are his impressions of Christmas in Patras in 1828.
Genealogy Research Sheds Light on Unknown Aspects of 1821 Revolution
The story of Avramakis Chatzisavvas is a characteristic example of how a genealogical research case can shed light on less known aspects of a remarkable historical event, the 1821 Greek Revolution.
Reconnecting with a Heroic Legacy
A WWII hero’s grandson reconnects with his Greek heritage through poignant wartime letters, shedding light on a remarkable past.
Lausanne Centennial: Geographical Origins of Greek Refugees
July 24th, 2023, marked the centennial of the Treaty of Lausanne. This article aims to shed light on the historical context of that Treaty by studying newly digitized records of Asia Minor Greek refugees. The findings of the statistical analysis will enable us to visualize the geographical origins of the refugees and gain a deeper understanding of the history of Hellenism in Asia Minor.
Milestones in Greek Electoral History, pt. 2
This article explores milestones in Greek electoral history which shaped the trajectory of the nation in the 20th century.
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