More of Hitler’s Troops Died in One Day on Crete, Greece than in Any Single Day in the 15 Months Prior in 11 Other Countries
Hitler’s troops lost more lives in one day in Crete, Greece than died in any single day in the 15 months prior of conquering 15 other countries. Overall, one out of ten Greeks gave their lives during WWII. Adolf Hitler said, “The Greek soldier, above all, fought with the most courage,” and Winston Churchill said, “Hence, we will not say that Greeks fight like heroes, but that heroes fight like Greeks.”
October 28 is a day in history that changed the course of World War II.
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Fascinating...thanks CC!
More of Hitler’s Troops Died in One Day on Crete, Greece than in Any Single Day in the 15 Months Prior in 11 Other Countries
Hitler’s troops lost more lives in one day in Crete, Greece than died in any single day in the 15 months prior of conquering 15 other countries. Overall, one out of ten Greeks gave their lives during WWII. Adolf Hitler said, “The Greek soldier, above all, fought with the most courage,” and Winston Churchill said, “Hence, we will not say that Greeks fight like heroes, but that heroes fight like Greeks.”
Great quote!