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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Friday, August 15, 2014

The beauty of lighthouses..[ 4507 ]

10 things we didn't know about lighthouses

By Henry Hanks and Katie Hawkins-Gaar, CNN
August 7, 2014 -- Updated 1823 GMT (0223 HKT)

Lighthouse photography is a pastime for many people, as we learned when we asked for lighthouses on CNN iReport. We quickly received well over 150 submissions of photos from around the world. This one from <a href='http://ireport.cnn.com/docs/DOC-805523'>Tony Alex</a> shows Portland Head Light in Maine, and it's something of the classic lighthouse shot. Click through the gallery to see our other top picks.
Lighthouse photography is a pastime for many people, as we learned when we asked for lighthouses on CNN iReport. We quickly received well over 150 submissions of photos from around the world. This one from Tony Alex shows Portland Head Light in Maine, and it's something of the classic lighthouse shot. Click through the gallery to see our other top picks.
(CNN) -- In honor of National Lighthouse Day, we invited you to share your best lighthouse photos with CNN iReport. As dozens of images started pouring in, we were reminded of a near-universal fact: People love lighthouses. 

August 7, 2014 -- Updated 1823 GMT (0223 HKT)
<a href='http://ireport.cnn.com/docs/DOC-1156912'>Pat Kessler</a> captured the well-known lighthouse in Tybee Island, Georgia, in 2007. "I hadn't been that close to a lighthouse before, and its long stately shape" made it memorable in his mind, he said.
Pat Kessler captured the well-known lighthouse in Tybee Island, Georgia, in 2007. "I hadn't been that close to a lighthouse before, and its long stately shape" made it memorable in his mind, he said.
 The beacons of light are popular travel destinations across the world.are your best lighthouse photos with CNN iReport.The beacons of light are popular travel destinations across the world.

<a href='http://ireport.cnn.com/docs/DOC-1135122'>Doug Bardwell</a> of Columbia Station, Ohio, will drive out of his way for a good lighthouse photo any time he is on a coast. This one in Fanad Head, Ireland, was one of his favorites.
Doug Bardwell of Columbia Station, Ohio, will drive out of his way for a good lighthouse photo any time he is on a coast. This one in Fanad Head, Ireland, was one of his favorites.
Here are 10 other lesser-known lighthouse facts:
1. The first lighthouse was Egypt's Pharos of Alexandria, built in the third century BC. The lighthouse of Alexandria was made from a fire on a platform to signal the port entrance.
2. The United States is home to more lighthouses than any other country.
3. The first keeper in America, George Worthylake, met an untimely death: He drowned, along with his wife and daughter, when returning to the Little Brewster Island lighthouse in 1718.
4. With more than 115 lighthouses along the Great Lakes, Michigan boasts the most lighthouses of any U.S. state.
5. Many enthusiasts yearn to experience the life of a lighthouse keeper. Ohio woman Sheila Consaul paid $71,010 for Lake Erie's Fairport Harbor West Breakwall Lighthouse in 2011 and has been fixing it up ever since. If you're not looking to buy, there are lots of opportunities to stay in a lighthouse for a night or two.
6. The world's oldest existing lighthouse is considered to be Tower of Hercules, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that marks the entrance of Spain's La Coruña harbor. The lighthouse, which was erected in the first century, is still operational.
7. The most expensive lighthouse built in America is St. George Reef, near Crescent City, California. It took 10 years to construct and cost $715,000.
8. Lighthouse keeping was one of the first U.S. government jobs available to women, going back to the 19th century.
9. Despite advances in technology, lighthouses are still considered aids to navigation by the U.S. Coast Guard.
10. Towers are given different colors and patterns -- diamonds, spirals and stripes, for example -- to distinguish them from each other.
Got any lighthouse trivia? Share your tidbits in the comments below and upload your best shots to CNN iReport.
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