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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Monday, April 21, 2014

Boston Marathon a year after bombings..[ 4057 ]


Tight security for Boston Marathon a year after bombings

BBC., 21 April 2014 Last updated at 09:18 GMT

Boston police dog patrols the finish line of the 2014 Boston Marathon.  
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Security has been boosted at every point in the race
Thousands of runners are preparing to take part in an emotional Boston Marathon amid unprecedented security.
In last year's race two bombs exploded near the finish line, killing three people and wounding more than 260.
But the attack has not deterred runners from Monday's event. More than 36,000 will start - 9,000 more than normal.
Half a million spectators are expected to turn out. They will pass through checkpoints and will not be allowed to bring rucksacks - only clear bags.
The BBC's Nick Bryant in Boston says that never before has the marathon been run amid so many layers of security.
'Very safe' Protecting the 26.2 mile route has involved a massive mobilisation of law enforcement agencies, including police units, bomb squads and Swat teams from other states.
A visitor hangs a message on a tree at the Dear Boston exhibit at the Boston Public Library, 20 April 
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 A visitor hangs a message on a tree at the Dear Boston exhibition at a Boston library
 
Runners pose at the finish line, a day before the race, 20 April  
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Runners pose at the finish line, a day before the race
 
The Boston police department has erected 8,000 steel barricades, 1,200 more than last year.
Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick told CBS television on Sunday that the added security measures would assure a "very safe" atmosphere.
Runners and their families posed at the finish line on Sunday, determined to take part in the event.
Canadian runner Mark Rush told Reuters: "The bad guys aren't gonna take this race away from us and all the people that get involved in it. It's good to be back doing it again."



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Running duo Natalie Stavas and her father Joe recall last year's Boston marathon bombing
British participant Mark Hazelhurst said: "I think everybody wants to come to run and to celebrate running and celebrate the city here. I think that's a real difference from last year."
Many people in the city have been wearing "Boston Strong" T-shirts.
Last year's winner, Lelisa Desisa, returns to compete again. He has met several victims of the blast, calling them "an inspiration".
US runner Shalane Flanagan, who was the fourth fastest woman at the event last year and is aiming to win this year, said she was "excited to get back out there and show our strength and resiliency".
The event will begin with a moment's silence at the start line at 08:45 (12:45 GMT). Shortly afterwards, athletes with disabilities will set off, followed by the elite women, then the elite men along with the thousands of other runners.
Bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, 20, is due to stand trial in November. He has pleaded not guilty to 30 charges, including 17 that carry the death penalty.
Prosecutors allege that he set off two pressure cooker bombs with his older brother Tamerlan, 26, who later died in a police shoot-out.
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