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Theodoros Kolokotronis was the leader of Greek independence

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I remember learning about Kolokotronis in Greek school. He was one of the most pivotal figures in the Greek independence movement. He was a general, politician, and a leading advisor to the Greek independence movement. If anyone has any documentaries about him, please share I would love to watch them

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Here's a documentary on youtube from skai tv. Not sure how good it is.

 
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Vangelis said:
Here's a documentary on youtube from skai tv. Not sure how good it is.

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I will try to find a version of this with English subtitles but not sure how much luck I will have LOL
 
Maybe this? It's not about him, but it mentions him:

 
Kolokotronis actually has living relatives in the United States and he is somewhere around the 3rd or 4th great uncle of our company's owner!

Due to privacy laws in the USA and along with the Board for Certification of Genealogists, we cannot share the names of the living but they are definitely out there and alive and well. Have you ever done your family tree?


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GreekFamilySearch.com said:
Kolokotronis actually has living relatives in the United States and he is somewhere around the 3rd or 4th great uncle of our company's owner!

Due to privacy laws in the USA and along with the Board for Certification of Genealogists, we cannot share the names of the living but they are definitely out there and alive and well. Have you ever done your family tree?


- GreekFamilySearch.com
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Woah that's crazy...I didn't know that. I have never done a family tree but I really hope to one day!
 
toniiv said:
Woah that's crazy...I didn't know that. I have never done a family tree but I really hope to one day!
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Oh, definitely. Feel free to contact us on here when you're ready. We'll be more than happy to help!
 
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