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ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΑ Newspapper "EΜΠΡΟΣ" on June 8, 1949 On May 30, 1949, the newspaper "Embros" recorded a touching moment that highlighted the courage and self-sacrifice of the Greek fighters. Eight disabled war veterans, who fought bravely in World War II, visited Sidirokastro, representing the Panhellenic Congress of the Disabled. These brave Greeks, who had sacrificed members of their bodies for the honor and integrity of the homeland, arrived in the city to honor the heroes who had defended the Macedonian land from enemy attacks. Their reception was worthy of their offer, with military honors and warm displays from the local community, officers, students, scouts and crowds of people. The atmosphere was full of patriotism and emotion, with a young lady offering flowers to the disabled, symbolizing the people's gratitude for their sacrifices. The visit concluded with their participation in various events, such as their arrival at the "Metaxa" line fort, where ...

ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΑ On June 5, 1941, after much pressure, Metropolitan Konstantinos was forced to withdraw from the city of Serres. As he left the Metropolis, he raised his hands to heaven and prayed that God would protect his Christians, crush the invaders and end the suffering of the Metropolis and his flock with his return. He left accompanied to the Strymonas bridge by a Bulgarian policeman. On the bridge, he assured the policeman that he would be in Nigrita and that his sermons would be heard, while his presence would be felt by them. He expressed his disgust for the policeman and his nation in harsh words and crossed the bridge into German-occupied territory.

ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΑ On June 5, 1911, the ordination of Ambrosios Nikolaidis, assistant bishop of Serres, to bishop of Christoupolis took place with particular splendor and religious reverence. This important ceremony took place in the Metropolitan Church of Serres, one of the most imposing churches in the region. Ambrosios Nikolaidis, known for his devotion and work in the Church, was ordained by three prominent metropolitans of the time. Specifically, his ordination was done by the Metropolitan of Serres Apostolos, the Metropolitan of Drama Agathangelos and the Metropolitan of Grevena Emilianos, who with their participation emphasized the special importance of the event for the local church community. During the burning of Serres by the Bulgarians, he ran through the streets amidst the flames and encouraged his flock. Ambrosios Nikolaidis (Proussa, 1881 - 1960) was Metropolitan of Fthiotida, Asia Minor by origin. He was born in 1881 in Bursa, Asia Minor and came from a wealthy family. After his ...

ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΑ Η επίσκεψη του Οικουμενικού Πατριάρχου κ.κ. Βαρθολομαίου στις Σέρρες, στις 3 Ιουνίου 1999 χαρακτηρίστηκε ως ιστορικής σημασίας. Η τοπική Εκκλησία, οι πολιτικές, στρατιωτικές και αστυνομικές αρχές, καθώς και οι φιλόθρησκοι χριστιανοί κάτοικοι της περιοχής τον υποδέχθηκαν με κάθε επισημότητα. Ο Πατριάρχης αφίχθηκε στις Σέρρες στις 6 το απόγευμα, προερχόμενος από το Κάτω Νευροκόπι του Νομού Δράμας, συνοδευόμενος από τον Αρχιεπίσκοπο Αθηνών και πάσης Ελλάδος κ. Χριστόδουλο. Η επίσημη υποδοχή έγινε μπροστά στο δημαρχιακό μέγαρο, όπου ο δήμαρχος Σερρών, Ζήσης Μητλιάγκας, προσφώνησε τον Πατριάρχη και τον ανακήρυξε επίτιμο δημότη της πόλης. Κατά την εκδήλωση αυτή, ο Πατριάρχης έλαβε το χρυσό κλειδί της πόλης ως ένδειξη τιμής και αναγνώρισης.

ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΑ In 1923, on June 3, the foundation ceremony of the old building of the Holy Metropolis of Serres took place, during the term of Metropolitan Christophoros. This event was of particular importance to the local community, as the town of Serres had suffered severe damage and remained in ruins for a decade after it was set on fire. The inhabitants of the city, full of hope and anticipation for the future, wished that this foundation stone would symbolize the beginning of the complete rebirth and reconstruction of their city. Metropolitan Christophoros, as the leader of the local Church, played a decisive role in this reconstruction effort. The foundation of the new Metropolis was not only a work of religious significance, but also a symbol of the residents' resilience and determination to rebuild their community and leave behind the tragedies of the past. This ceremony reinforced a sense of unity and collective purpose, empowering citizens to move forward and work towards the ...

ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΑ On June 2, 1952, the weekly independent newspaper of the Prefecture of Serres, entitled "National Alert", appeared. This newspaper was an important addition to the local press, with Yiannis Ep. Gritzalis as owner and director. The first sheet of the newspaper was a four-page spread, while the following were published in two-page spreads, with each page measuring 40x58 centimeters. The price of each sheet was set at 1000 drachmas, a price that reflected the era. The printing of the newspaper took place at the printing press of Efstratios Charalambidis, which was located in the Municipal Gallery. The newspaper's offices were located inside the travel agency of its owner, at Vasileos Alexandrou street number 3, which indicates the versatility and entrepreneurship of Gritzalis. The publication of "National Alert" contributed to the information and up-to-date of the residents of the Prefecture of Serres, presenting local issues and news with an independent a...

ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΑ On June 2, 1953, huge floods hit areas of Serres causing extensive damage. The floods affected all of Greece, from the Evros to the Peloponnese. In Serres, the torrential waters of the torrents carried large amounts of mud, covering large areas and destroying crops, infrastructure and homes. These floods were one of the most serious natural disasters in the region, underscoring the region's vulnerability to extreme weather events and the need for effective flood control measures.

ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΑ Fotini G. Karamanli, the mother of the former President of the Hellenic Republic Constantinos Karamanli, died in Athens on June 2, 1940, a few months before the declaration of the Greco-Italian war, which began on October 28, 1940.

ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΑ The elections on 31 May 1915 were held by the (King Constantine appointed) government of Dimitrios Gounaris. In these elections, the regions of Greece that had been annexed after the victories in the Balkan Wars, the so-called "New Countries", i.e. Macedonia, Epirus, Crete and the Aegean islands, voted for the first time. The Liberal Party won the majority of seats in the Parliament, winning all the seats of Crete, Epirus and the eastern Aegean, while retaining its power in the so-called "Old Greece". In contrast, he was defeated state by state in Macedonia, where the region's ethno-religious minorities voted en masse for the candidates of the Nationalist Party. Despite the clear victory of Eleftherios Venizelos, the formation of his government took place on August 10, since (according to the official account) the illness of the King prevented him from signing the decree appointing the government earlier. However, the new Venizelos government did not la...

ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΑ Serres Hospital On May 30, 1913, the city of Serres faced an outbreak of cholera. Cholera is a serious and often fatal infectious disease caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae. It is usually spread through contaminated water or food and can cause severe diarrhea and dehydration. The cholera epidemic in Serres in 1913 is part of the major health challenges Greece faced during the Balkan Wars (1912-1913). At that time, sanitary conditions and sanitary infrastructure were not adequate to deal with such epidemics. This epidemic was probably exacerbated by the conditions of war, the mass movement of populations and the poor living conditions of soldiers and civilians. Historical frame Balkan Wars (1912-1913): Serres was one of the cities affected by the Balkan Wars, which caused large population movements and poor sanitary conditions. Cholera appeared in a context of general unrest and health challenges. Outbreak of Cholera: On May 30, 1913, Serres experienced an outbreak of chol...