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, March 20, 2011

Libya will arm the people in defemci.... ..[ 2205 ]

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Libya hands out arms to people in defense against aggressors - Gaddafi

Topic: International sanctions against Gaddafi regime

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Libya hands out arms to people in defense against aggressors
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Libya hands out arms to people in defense against aggressors
© RIA Novosti
13:06 20/03/2011
 
CAIRO, March 20 (RIA Novosti)
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The Libyan authorities have started handing out arms from military depots to the country's population in response to the U.S.-led attack against Libya, Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi said in a radio address to the nation on Sunday.
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"The arms depots have been opened and we have started handing out arms to people," Gaddafi said.
He said that the military operation launched by the United States and its allies was an "unprecedented war" but the Libyan people "will not surrender."
Gaddafi also said that the Libyan authorities would eliminate anyone who would collaborate with foreign aggressors which had launched a military operation in Libya.
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"This is a new crusade, unprecedented in its treachery. All traitors who will collaborate will be immediately eliminated," Gaddafi said.
The Libyan leader also said that Libya was preparing for a long-lasting war with foreign aggressors.
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"We have nowhere to retreat and you will be defeated," Gaddafi said, referring to the coalition of foreign states, which had launched air strikes against Libya.
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"If all the men are killed, our women will take up the arms," Gaddafi said.
The military operation against Gaddafi who has ruled the country with an iron fist for more than 40 years began on Saturday, involving the United States, Britain, France, Italy, Canada and other countries.
A new UN Security Council resolution on Libya adopted on Thursday encompasses a no-fly zone and "all necessary measures" against forces loyal to Gaddafi.
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The U.S. Pentagon reported that a U.S. warship had fired 110 Tomahawk cruise missiles at Gaddafi's air defense sites. The U.S. operation is named "Odyssey Dawn".
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Libyan television reported citing military officials that at least 50 civilians were killed and over 150 wounded in military attacks of the coalition forces, adding that many health and education facilities were ruined.

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