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US President Donald Trump on Monday hosted and spoke at the
US President Donald Trump on Monday hosted and spoke at the Greek Independence Day reception annually hosted at the White House, where he welcomed distinguished Greek Americans and guests from Greece – a day before the March 25 commemoration.
Tuesday, March 25, marks the 204th anniversary of the beginning of the Greek War of Independence against dour Ottoman rule, a titanic struggle that lasted for eight years.
Before an enthusiastic audience, the 47th President of the United States signed the now customary American proclamation honoring the anniversary of the Greek Revolution.
A gift by Elpidophoros
In his initial comments before presenting the US President, the Archbishop of America, His Eminence Elpidophoros, on behalf of the Greek American community, first congratulated Donald Trump for his election victory.
“We all look forward to a bright future for all Americans,” the Archbishop said, while adding: “…we are all humbled by the prestige of this celebration… Mr. President, we are very grateful to you for your support of Greece, and your support for the cause of justice in Cyprus…
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