Eleftherios Venizelos

The Man Behind Greece’s Modern Identity The life of Eleftherios Venizelos (1864-1936) a remarkable Greek statesman was interwoven with the complex tapestry of his country’s struggles and aspirations. Born in a humble village in Crete, he was shaped by the land’s turbulent history under Ottoman rule. As a young man, Venizelos experienced firsthand the longing […]