What is the history behind Greek Independence Day?

[mj_toronto8]

Hi guys! What is the significance of Greek Independence Day (March 25)?

 

[voula_slat]

Independence day celebrates the separation of Greece from the Ottoman empire. Greece was struggling for over 400 years to gain independence, and finally in 1821 they became an independent state.

 

[Worldwide Greeks Editor]

Here is a great overview and history of Greek Independence Day (March 25):
https://www.greekboston.com/culture/modern-history/independence-day/

 

[Marianna]

Independence day celebrates the separation of Greece from the Ottoman empire. Greece was struggling for over 400 years to gain independence, and finally in 1821 they became an independent state.

It states the start of the revolution against the dominance of Ottoman empire. This is not the exact date that started, they chosed this date to coincide with the great chistianic holiday of Eyaggelismoy tis Theotokou. It is not an intependence Day, it is the 'revolution start'

Hi guys! What is the significance of Greek Independence Day (March 25)?