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Prince George revies the Cretan Gendarmerie
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Prince George revies the Cretan Gendarmerie
Prince George revies the Cretan Gendarmerie. Prince George served as high commissioner of Crete during its transition towards independence from Ottoman rule and union with Greece. At the end of the 19th century, with the aid of Italian Carabinieri (who had acted as peackeepers during the transition from Ottoman to Cretan rule), George set up the Cretan Gendarmerie. Many young Cretans, inspired by love for their country, hurried to enlist in this new paramilitary unit of the independent Cretan State - pictured here
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In this evocative photograph, Prince George of Greece, who served as High Commissioner of Crete during its pivotal transition towards independence from Ottoman rule and eventual union with Greece, is seen reviewing the Cretan Gendarmerie. The year is 1898, and the Cretan State, having gained a measure of autonomy, was in the process of establishing its own military forces. With the aid of Italian Carabinieri, who had acted as peacekeepers during the transition from Ottoman to Cretan rule, Prince George set up the Cretan Gendarmerie. The young Cretan men, inspired by their love for their country and a desire to defend its sovereignty, flocked to enlist in this new paramilitary unit of the independent Cretan State. The photograph captures the moment of pride and camaraderie as these soldiers, resplendent in their uniforms and mounted on horses, salute their esteemed leader. The Cretan Gendarmerie represented a significant step towards the realization of Cretan independence and the establishment of a modern, independent Greek state. The image is a testament to the indomitable spirit of the Cretan people during a critical period in their history. The photograph, with its rich historical significance, is an invaluable document of the past, offering a glimpse into the events that shaped the modern Greek state. This powerful image, with its military themes and sense of history, is a must-have for any collection focusing on Greek history, military history, or the history of Crete.
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