Greek Military Parade 1986

Hmmm, well, following on from my post on Athens I was in the city for Greek National Day which is the 25th of March.  But now I am confused as I thought I arrived in Athens after the bombing (referenced in previous post), but that was April the 2nd.  Maybe, and I wonder whether I have my old passport or a diary or letters (and where might they be?) to confirm when I was actually there.

I do know we flew to Athens, a few days there and then flew to Crete, sailed to Rhodes and then flew back to Athens, so maybe it was that second arrival at the airport I am remembering.  I do have a strong memory of very tired looking soldiers standing around with submachine guns upon arrival at the airport.

But I digress.

Here are some snaps of the parade.  I have to say that Greek National Day is very different from Australia Day. In fact, I don't ever recall seeing a military parade in Australia.