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The Cretan Runner

Resistance Fighter George Psychoundakis: The Legendary Cretan Runner

2019-08-22 by Phil Butler

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The death of George Psychoundakis at age 85 in Chania marks in bedrock legendary Cretan forthrightness. Here is a part of his epic story.

Tags: Cretan heroes, Cretans, Crete resistance, Crete stories, Episkopi, George Psychoundakis, Mouselas Valley, Nazi war, Operation Mercury, Patrick Leigh Fermor, The Cretan Runner, World War II

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The Municipality of Phaistos invites locals and visitors to the Tympaki Carnival on February 22 for a festive parade, music, and celebrations.

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With no room for expansion, Rethymno Port introduces a new framework to manage professional leisure vessels within existing marina and harbor space.

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