by Tony | Apr 15, 2018 | News
The Battle of Crete and Greece Commemorative Council is proud to present British based author and historian Mr Chris White for a Lecture / Presentation on the “Cretan Resistance and SOE in WW2”, on Saturday 17th March at the Greek Centre, 168 Lonsdale Street...
by Tony | Apr 15, 2018 | Events, News
The Cretan Youth of Australia & New Zealand are launching the first ever National Art Competition which is based around the Battle of Crete on Monday 5th March 2018. All youth members registered with a club are allowed to enter and take part in the competition and...
by Tony | May 26, 2017 | News
The Battle of Crete & Greece Commemorative Council (BCGCC) in conjunction with the Municipality of Maleviziou (MoM), Iraklion, Crete present the “Konstantinos Koutoulakis Photo Exhibition” at the welcome foyer of the Greek Consulate of Melbourne....
by Tony | May 26, 2017 | News
From 20 May to 1 June 1941, Australian, British, New Zealand, Greek and German soldiers fought a savage battle for possession of the island of Crete. At first victory was uncertain, and could have gone either way. German reinforcements tipped the scale, however, and...
by Tony | May 26, 2017 | News
The Battle of Crete & Greece Commemorative Council cordially invite you all to the official Parade & Wreath Laying Ceremony for the 76th Anniversary of the Battle of Crete at the Shrine of Remembrance on Saturday 27th May at 10.00am. |...
by sm | Apr 25, 2017 | News
An iconic image of Australian diggers on the Acropolis in early 1941 will feature on the UNIBIC Commemorative Anzac Biscuit Tin. These tins – which contain Anzac biscuits – are produced by UNIBIC with proceeds going to the RSL to support its work assisting...
