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Christmas Season in Siatista
The Christmas season in Siatista begins on December 12, with traditions such as ringing bells and preparing the Kladaria. Festivities include singing carols, celebrating with traditional dishes, and various customs leading up to New Year’s. Unique events like the blessing of waters and the Boubousaria carnival highlight the community’s rich cultural heritage.
Statistics Meet Genealogy: Dying in Kontakeika, Samos (1855-1932)
When doing genealogy research, we always come across information that we do not know how to interpret, and new questions pop up in our heads. Based on original research and statistical analysis, this article will attempt to shed light on questions that have to do with a relevant, but rather ghoulish topic: death.
Karytaina Ancestry: Interview with Mary LaViolette & Dena Palamedes
In the mountains of Arcadia, 54 km southwest of Tripoli, lies the picturesque village of Karytaina. Mary LaViolette and Dena Palamedes are determined to delve into the genealogy of the village’s families!
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.
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