Vol. 15 Issue 10 | Wednesday, March 10, 2021
AHEPA E-News
Philhellene Allen Commemorated in Annapolis
AHEPA continued its campaign to celebrate the Greek Bicentennial with an event to commemorate American philhellene John M. Allen. The commemoration occurred at the site of the Constantino Brumidi statue, Annapolis, Md., March 6, 2021.
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Supreme President George Horiates, and AHEPA Capital District 3 members representing chapters from Washington to Baltimore, honored the work of a revolutionary hero, John M. Allen, a midshipman of the United States Navy. Allen, one of many American philhellenes who went to Greece to assist Greeks in the struggle for independence, served on Greek ships that blocked the port of Souda, Crete. He was wounded in 1825 during the siege of Missolonghi while fighting with the Greek fleet.
On behalf of Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley, City Councilmember Sheila M. Finlayson read and presented a proclamation issued in honor of Greek Independence and the region’s contributions to the Greek cause.
“Annapolis thanks the Order of AHEPA for never forgetting and promoting the relationship between this region and Greece and the love for liberty we, and philhellene John M. Allen, had in common with the Greek nation," Councilwoman Finlayson said. read more
Ekathimerini | GreekNews Online | The National Herald | ICYMI: AHEPA pays homage to Howe
AHEPA Releases Global Greek Bicentennial
Schedule of Events
AHEPA, the largest Hellenic-based organization worldwide, released a comprehensive schedule of events for the Greek Bicentennial. AHEPA’s districts and chapters globally will commemorate the Bicentennial of Greece in the upcoming months, with social distancing and public health being of primary concern.To view the schedule, which is comprised of AHEPA communities throughout America, Canada, Europe, Greece, and Cyprus, please click here.
Toolkit | Help Commemorate the Greek Bicentennial through Outreach and Awareness
AHEPA Requests States to Commemorate the Bicentennial of Greek Independence
Supreme President George G. Horiates has written to the governors of each of the 50 states to request them to promote Greek Independence Day by issuing proclamations to observe the landmark 200th anniversary of Greece’s Independence. He also encourages the community to mobilize and make the same request of their state governments.
“The ancient Greeks forged the notion of democracy which inspired our nation's founding fathers to create our form of representative government,” Horiates said. “We celebrate Greek Independence Day for numerous reasons; one of them being the reaffirmation of our common democratic heritage. In this especially unique year, it is crucial for all Greek Americans and philhellenes to become involved and do what they can to ensure the Bicentennial of Greek Independence is honored at the state, and even local, levels of government.”
Take Action | Provide State Governors, Legislators with a Sample Greek Independence Day Proclamation
Catalog | View and Share Works that Celebrate the Bicentennial of Greek Independence and America's Contributions to it
Pictured: Daniel Webster
In celebration of the 200th anniversary of Greek Independence, AHEPA shares with its audience links to publications, articles, and webinars that mark Greece's Bicentennial and America’s contributions to the Greek Revolution.
Reflections on 1821: A discussion with Mark Mazower | World-renowned historian Mark Mazower, a professor of History at Columbia University, gave an online celebratory lecture co-hosted by the Consulate General of Greece in Boston and College Year in Athens. watch here
“1821 Before and After” | The Benaki Museum is offering an online preview of its monumental exhibition for the bicentenary of the Greek Revolution ahead of its physical opening to the public. Visit benaki.org
University of Michigan Classical Studies/Modern Greek | Constantine G. Hatzidimitriou, ed., “Founded on Freedom & Virtue”: Documents Illustrating the Impact in the United States of the Greek War of Independence, 1821–1829 (New York/Athens: Caratzas, 2002).
AHEPA-published book | “The 1821 Greek War of Independence and America’s Contributions to the Greek Cause“
"The Cause of the Greeks": Philadelphia and the Greek War for Independence, 1821—1828
Philhellene Samuel Gridley Howe in the Greek War of Independence (Greek Reporter)
Poetry in Honor of the Bicentennial of Greek Independence (The National Herald)
Senate Resolution Recognizing 200th Anniversary of Greek Independence Introduced -
Ask Your Senators to Co-sponsor!
Thank you to everyone who has outreached to their U.S. Senators and who have secured their co-sponsorship! We've received quite a few emails of your success stories.
AHEPA welcomes the introduction of a bipartisan Senate resolution commemorating the 200th anniversary of Greek Independence Day, by U.S. Senators Robert Menendez (D-NJ) and John Barrasso (R-WY).
The resolution, S.Res.34, celebrates the commitment to democracy that Greece and the United States share as well as the two nations’ lasting partnership and rich history of friendship, according to a statement from Senator Menendez.
The resolution:
Recognizes the 200th anniversary of Greek Independence Day
Celebrates Ancient Greece as the birthplace of democracy and the enduring commitment of the Greek people to democratic principles
Acknowledges the important role that Greece has played on the global stage in addition to the country’s strong relationship with the United States
"AHEPA sincerely thanks Senators Menendez and Barrasso for introducing this resolution that recognizes the landmark bicentennial of Greece’s independence,” Supreme President Horiates said. “We encourage the community to outreach to their senators to urge their co-sponsorship of the resolution. We call for the U.S. Senate to pass it swiftly."
Take Action | Find/Contact Your U.S. Senators
read the Resolution Text
Call for Applications
Scholar-Athlete, Hall of Fame Honors
Do you know of a standout athlete who excels in their individual sport(s) or who displays excellence in the classroom and volunteerism? Or a former athlete worthy to join the ranks of more than 145 members of the AHEPA Athletic Hall of Fame that includes the likes of Harry Agganis, Alex Karras, Pete Sampras, and other industry greats?
Annually, AHEPA presents scholarships and awards to outstanding athletes, scholar-athletes, and former athletes at the AHEPA Family Supreme Convention. Don't miss this opportunity!
Then apply today!
The deadline to submit nominations for the 2021 Scholar-Athlete awards and Hall of Fame honors is March 15, 2021.
Greece Is the Word in 2021
Make Reservations! | Athens Supreme Convention
AHEPA is preparing for the 99th AHEPA Family Supreme Convention to be held in Athens, Greece, July 25 to 31, 2021. The official convention hotel will be the Hotel Grande Bretagne. Reservation deadline is March 31, 2021.
Emirates Airline is the official airline partner of the 2021 AHEPA Supreme Convention. A special AHEPA-only rate will be announced in March.
Greece will be celebrating the bicentennial of its independence in 2021 and the AHEPA family will be there to join in the celebration! See you there!
New! Make Reservations | more info
Don't miss out!
100th anniversary member data project underway
AHEPA recently launched a comprehensive 100th Anniversary member data verification project, announced Supreme President George G. Horiates.
"We are requesting all members of AHEPA to contact us for this important project and encourage you to be a part of the Centennial celebrations," Horiates said, adding that members should have received an email with detailed instruction this week. "We've assembled the information currently listed in our member files and now need your help to confirm the accuracy of your data and fill in any information gaps."
Up-to-date member information is critical in helping AHEPA promote the ancient Hellenic ideals of education, philanthropy, civic responsibility, family and individual excellence through community service and volunteerism. That's why it's so important to call.
Please call 1-888-827-6103 (toll-free) to take care of this important matter today.
Calendar of Events & Deadlines
March
15 | Deadline: National Scholar-Athlete and Hall of Fame applications.
Find the applications here
25 | Bicentennial of Greece's Independence
31 | Deadline: AEF scholarship applications
Apply here
March
31 | Deadline: 2021 Supreme Convention
reservations
April
15 | Deadline: 2021 Supreme Convention Delegate/Alternate reporting form
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