A two-hour special dedicated to October 28, 1940, recounting the historic events of that day.
Featuring the voice of Kostas Stavropoulos, who informed radio listeners about Italy’s declaration of war, along with the addresses of King George II and Ioannis Metaxas. The program explores the perspectives of poets like Seferis, Vlachos, and Palaiologos on the first hours of the war, capturing the conflict through their words.
Listeners will also hear the inspiring voice of Sofia Vembo, who lifted the spirits of soldiers and civilians alike, along with songs from 1940 and works from Axion Esti, Katakhnia, and Albania.
Curated and Presented by: Giannis Papoutsakis