Back to the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens after two years!
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I am delighted to be back home!
Blog posts
2026
30 years of Stratiotiki Istoria magazine
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The latest issue of Stratiotiki Istoria [Military History] magazine has just been published and includes an article of mine examining the influence of the New Military History movement on Greek historiography.
Hymn for a fallen pen
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In 2001, only a few Greek families used the internet; mine was not among them. Eminem released Lose Yourself, a song that introduced many of us to the world of hip-hop. At the same time, countless people unleashed their misogyny upon the mistress of a U.S. president. It was the year Al-Qaeda terrorists struck the United States, causing thousands of deaths. Panathinaikos did not win the Greek championship.
My participation in the second NATO Next Gen Fellowship Workshop
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I had the great pleasure of participating in the Second NATO Next Gen Fellowship Workshop in Rome from 29-30 April as a Junior Associate Fellow. It was truly an enriching experience -two days full of meaningful discussions, new ideas, and valuable exchanges on important issues. I am especially grateful for the opportunity to meet so many interesting and inspiring people, whose perspectives made this experience even more memorable.
My Opinion on Louis Theroux’s “Inside the Manosphere”
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I have to admit it. I never fully understood how people become influenced by online personalities. This isn’t meant in an elitist sense; rather, I’ve simply never felt the appeal of random internet figures who present simplistic interpretations of how the world works. What can an unsuccessful boxer truly teach about human relationships? What insight can a 20-year-old unemployed high school dropout lacking education/skills/meaningful experience offer? Most importantly, why do people feel compelled to follow them?
My final lecture at Panteion University
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Yesterday marked my final lecture at Panteion University. It was a genuine pleasure to engage with a group of highly motivated and intellectually curious students, and I am confident that their professional and academic futures will be bright.
2025
“The Refugee Priest” of Lefkada
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Among the notable figures of pre-war Lefkada, few are remembered with as much respect as Dimitrios Thomatzidis, a Greek refugee from far-off Samsun. Appointed parish priest of the Church of Saint Paraskevi, he arrived bearing with him two relics of the saint whose name the church bore. Through his efforts, many of the downtrodden found shelter and assistance, and for this reason chose to settle near the church’s walls. The townspeople, in turn, came to call him—half in affection, half in reverence—Papa-Prosfygas, “the refugee priest,” and treated him with the highest regard.
Explaining the Decline of the Human Sciences
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In pop culture, a person who graduates from a Philosophy or Philology Department is characterized as a useless tool for the current capitalistic utopia. They are seen as another polymath incapable of solving even the simplest problem, an egoistic creature accustomed to spreading boring information to an audience that simply doesn’t care. It would be just a funny caricature, but, considering the role of some of the most powerful entertainment companies in constructing this image, it isn’t.
About the Battle of Crete
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On May 20, 1941, the skies over the island of Crete darkened with parachutes as Nazi Germany launched Operation Mercury. Though the Battle of Crete would ultimately end in German occupation, its legacy looms large in Greek memory, far outweighing its tactical value in the broader context of World War II.
EOKA 1955–1959: Reassessing the Cyprus Struggle Seventy Years On
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This year marks the 70th anniversary of the beginning of EOKA’s armed struggle in Cyprus, a pivotal chapter in modern history. From 1955 to 1959, Greek Cypriot insurgents frequently clashed with British colonial forces, with their actions ultimately contributing to the signing of the Zurich-London Agreements.
Requesting a Reference Letter
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Every semester, I receive multiple requests for reference letters. If you’re considering reaching out to me for one, please take a moment to read this.
An upcoming lecture and some personal updates
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After successfully defending my Ph.D. thesis, I took some time to reconnect with my initial research interests, particularly military history. This period of reflection was invaluable as I navigated my next career steps and rekindled my passion for the field. I’m thrilled to share that this journey has been rewarding—three of my recent articles have been accepted in high-ranking journals, and my latest book is set to be published in the coming months. In addition, I’m honored to be giving a virtual lecture for the RAF Museum this June. My talk will explore the battle for Maleme Airfield in 1941, drawing from two years of extensive archival research. A huge thank you to the organizers for this opportunity! If you’re interested, you can find more details here: https://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/london/whats-going-on/events/virtual-lecture-the-raf-and-the-battle-of-crete-1941-strategy-tactics-and-the-fight-for-maleme-aerodrome.
2024
Edward Hallett Carr
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Edward Hallett Carr is widely regarded as one of the most influential historians of the Cold War era. Rooted in the liberal intellectual tradition he absorbed as a student in the immediate post-Victorian years, Carr’s work is characterized by its optimism and unwavering faith in the theory of progress, themes he systematically articulated in his lectures. His opposition to the prevailing academic norms of his time, which discouraged engagement with Soviet history, positioned him among a pioneering cohort of historians who championed the scientific rigor of historical inquiry despite potential career risks. This boldness inspired subsequent scholars, including Professor John Plumb, to develop innovative perspectives on history and its methodologies.
The Monument to the Unknown Soldier. Α symbol of heroism in Athens
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The custom of burial is an integral element of Greek culture. In fact, the public rendering of honor to those who fell defending the integrity and ideals of their homeland was considered a state’s duty since ancient times. During the modern era, several states developed the practice of creating a symbolic grave for the “unknown soldiers”, the nameless dead warriors whose identity could not be identified.
The beginning of the Greek Revolution in Hydra, Spetses, and Psara
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Hydra, Spetses, and Psara islands were developed as commercial centers in the 18th century. After the Treaty of Küçük Kaynarca, several ships of these islands took advantage of the right to sail under the Russian flag. During the Napoleonic Wars, several sailors became rich, trading grain in British-blockaded Europe. This prompted them to equip themselves and become skilled warriors to face potential pirate raids.
Attention! The Athens Radio Station will not be Greek after a while
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Kostas Stavropoulos was born in Egypt and was the son of a wealthy Greek family. In 1939, he was hired by Hellenic Radio, taking the lead in the relevant competition to fill the position. According to his contemporaries, he was a charismatic announcer who enchanted listeners with his voice. His work was hard and involved presenting the evening news, the speeches of important people of the time, and several shows.
Daskalogiannis’ revolt (1770-1771)
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Before the Greek Revolution of 1821, dozens of small and large revolts occurred in Ottoman-occupied Greece. One of the most important of these had as its leader Ioannis Vlachos or Daskalogiannis and centered on Sfakia, Crete.