Through this fully illustrated presentation, Sydney-based historian Dr Panayiotis Diamadis will look at the history and culture of Macedonia through the eyes of Australians who have travelled there over the last century. Some were soldiers, sent to the northern frontier of Hellas to defend democracy against Nazi tyranny.

Others came over into Macedonia because of the overwhelming need, created by the Hellenic Genocide of 1914-1924. Still, others visited the land of Philip and Alexander out of simple curiosity: to see what was there. Many of these guests (some anonymous, some eponymous) have left written records of their memories and experiences. All those who returned to Australia came back with a deep admiration and love for Hellas and Hellenism. Through the words and images of Australian travellers, this presentation provides us with a look at Macedonia through Antipodean eyes..

Sunday, 1st November 2009

To be held at the
Thessaloniki Association “The White Tower”
439 High Street Northcote Victoria Australia 3070
Refreshments provided - No admission fee

Speaker:
Dr Panayiotis Diamadis
(PhD; GradDipEd(Sec)The University of Sydney)

Event presented with support of:

Thessaolniki Association
"THE WHITE TOWER"

www.thessaloniki.org.au