Phantis:Selected anniversaries/July 17

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July 17

  • 1912: The people of Icaria expel the Turkish garrison from their island.
  • 1953: Greek troops repel a Chinese attack in the Zugam-Ni area of Korea.
  • 1955: 27 Communists escape from Vourla prison in Piraeus.
  • Deaths: Phaedon Gizikis (1999), Junta-appointed President of Greece

Recent days: July 17 - July 16