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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Saturday, June 14, 2014

World Cup 2014: tournament - day three..[ 4072 ]

World Cup 2014: Today at the tournament - day three

 BBC13 June 2014 Last updated at 23:51 GMT
There are four matches on a jam-packed day three with Group C and Group D
 There are four matches on a jam-packed day three with Group C and Group D taking centre-stage, which includes the eagerly awaited England v Italy. 
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Will England avenge their defeat at Euro 2012? How will the European teams cope in the Amazonian climate of Manaus? Will Andrea Pirlo be allowed to pull the strings? Will Daniel Sturridge run the Azzurri ragged? 
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In the other match of the group, Uruguay might have to contend without the services of key forward Luis Suarez, who is recovering from a knee operation, as they face Costa Rica. However, they do have £55m Paris St-Germain striker Edinson Cavani, who will be hoping to get off the mark against the group outsiders. 
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In Group C, South American side Colombia - tipped by some as possible winners - play 2004 European champions Greece, while Manchester City's powerhouse midfielder Yaya Toure will be hoping to lead Ivory Coast to victory over Japan.
Today at the World Cup brings you everything you need to know to help you plan your World Cup day.

Who is playing - and who will win?


Colombia v Greece
Colombia v Greece (14 June, 17:00 BST, Estadio Mineirao, Belo Horizonte)
BBC Sport's Mark Lawrenson: "I think the Greeks are ordinary but, even without Radamel Falcao, I am looking forward to watching Colombia. I think they will win their opening game, although I doubt it will be a classic.
"Because it is the opening game, Greece will be even more defensive than usual but Colombia have got enough quality in their attack to break them down."
Lawro's prediction: Colombia 2-0 Greece
How to follow: Watch live on BBC One, listen on BBC Radio 5 live, live text commentary on BBC Sport website. 
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Uruguay v Costa Rica
Uruguay v Costa Rica (14 June, 20:00 BST, Estadio Castelao, Fortaleza)
Lawrenson: "Costa Rica have lost one of their best players to injury in Alvaro Saborio, who fractured a metatarsal, but I still think they will prove more difficult opponents for Uruguay than people might expect.
"Yes, Uruguay have got a lot of attacking talent, but I am not sure Luis Suarez will be fully fit - and as a defensive unit they are average."
Lawro's prediction: Uruguay 1-1 Costa Rica
How to follow: Watch live on ITV, listen on BBC Radio 5 live, live text commentary on BBC Sport website. 
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England v Italy
England v Italy (14 June, 23:00 BST, Arena Amazonia, Manaus)
Lawrenson: "This is not the Italy of old and they are not a team that frightens me.
"The humidity in Manaus will be a factor but I think England will win. I also think they will top the group and will have a decent tournament.
"Without getting ahead of myself, the fact they know a team from Group C is waiting for them in the last 16 is a big positive. Whoever they get, it will be a winnable tie and I think England will get to the quarter-finals, at least."
Lawro's prediction: England 1-0 Italy
How to follow: Watch live on BBC, listen on BBC Radio 5 live, live text commentary on BBC Sport website. Re-run on BBC Two (Sunday 15 June, 06:05 BST). 
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Ivory Coast v Japan
Ivory Coast v Japan (15 June, 02:00 BST, Arena Pernambuco, Recife) 
Lawrenson: "Ivory Coast still have some fantastic players in their squad but I don't think they will make a big impact on this World Cup.
"Likewise, Japan do not excite me - especially because they do not have a world-class player like Yaya Toure to inspire them. He might make the difference in an otherwise tight match."
Lawro's prediction: Ivory Coast 1-0 Japan


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