The Hellenic Navy (HN) (Greek: Πολεμικό Ναυτικό, Polemikó Naftikó, abbreviated ΠΝ) is the naval force of Greece, part of the Greek Armed Forces. The modern Greek navy has its roots in the naval forces of various Aegean Islands, which fought in the Greek War of Independence. During the periods of monarchy (1833–1924 and 1936–1973) it was known as the Royal Navy (Βασιλικόν Ναυτικόν, Vasilikón Naftikón, abbreviated ΒΝ).The total displacement of all the navy's vessels is approximately 150,000 tons.The motto of the Hellenic Navy is "Μέγα το της Θαλάσσης Κράτος" from Thucydides' account of Pericles' oration on the eve of the Peloponnesian War. This has been roughly translated as "Great is the country that controls the sea". The Hellenic Navy's emblem consists of an anchor in front of a crossed Christian cross and trident, with the cross symbolizing Greek Orthodoxy, and the trident symbolizing Poseidon, the god of the sea in Greek mythology. Pericles' words are written across the top of the emblem. "The navy, as it represents a necessary weapon for Greece, should only be created for war and aim to victory."...............The Hellenic Merchant Marine refers to the Merchant Marine of Greece, engaged in commerce and transportation of goods and services universally. It consists of the merchant vessels owned by Greek civilians, flying either the Greek flag or a flag of convenience. Greece is a maritime nation by tradition, as shipping is arguably the oldest form of occupation of the Greeks and a key element of Greek economic activity since the ancient times. Nowadays, Greece has the largest merchant fleet in the world, which is the second largest contributor to the national economy after tourism and forms the backbone of world shipping. The Greek fleet flies a variety of flags, however some Greek shipowners gradually return to Greece following the changes to the legislative framework governing their operations and the improvement of infrastructure.Blogger Tips and Tricks
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Sunday, May 9, 2010

Chinese leader in Russia's victory day celebrations [ 1207 ]

Chinese President Hu Jintao arrived in Moscow  to attend ceremonies marking the 65th anniversary of victory over Nazi


Chinese President Hu Jintao (R) is welcomed by Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexei Borodavkin upon his arrival in Moscow, capital of Russia, May 8, 2010. Hu Jintao arrived in Moscow on Saturday to attend ceremonies marking the 65th anniversary of victory over Nazi Germany during World War II. (Xinhua/Yao Dawei)

MOSCOW, May 8 (Xinhua) -2010-05-08 17:57
Chinese President Hu Jintao arrived in Moscow on Saturday to attend ceremonies marking the 65th anniversary of victory over Nazi Germany during World War II.

The Chinese leader will join other state leaders for the huge parade on Moscow's Red Square Sunday and wreath-laying ceremonies at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

During his stay in Moscow, Hu will meet Russian war veterans, who helped China in fighting against Japanese invaders during World War II.

Hu is also expected to meet Russian leaders on bilateral issues and important global and regional issues, Chinese diplomats said.

The war, which was called "the Great Patriotic War" in Russia, refers to the battles fought by the Soviet Union from June 1941 to May 1945 against Nazi Germany and its allies on the Eastern Front, and is regarded as an important part of the world's Anti-Fascist War.

In the world's Anti-Fascist War, the Soviet Union fought 80 percent of the German fascist forces in the European theater, costing the Soviet Union 27 million lives and immeasurable national wealth. The Soviet army and people defended the sovereignty and dignity of their motherland with their blood and lives, and made great contribution to the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War.

The Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression was also an important part of the world's Anti-Fascist War, and China was its main battleground in the East.

The Chinese people and army contained and annihilated much of Japanese invaders' military strength and crushed the Japanese militarists' attempt to become hegemony in Asia. The Chinese army and people made great contributions to the world's victory over fascism.

In August 1945, at a crucial stage of China's war against Japanese invaders, the Soviet Red Army marched into the battleground of northeast China and joined the Chinese army and people in fighting Japanese invaders, providing important assistance for the Chinese people's ultimate victory.

"It is of great significance for Russia to celebrate the 65th anniversary of the end of the Great Patriotic War," said China's Assistant Foreign Minister Cheng Guoping at a press briefing Wednesday.

He said that the celebrations will help the international community remember history, reach consensus, seek unity and promote peace.












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