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Wednesday, December 11, 2013

The Surprisingly Stressful Life of a Greek Presidential Guard

The Atlantic CitiesThe Surprisingly Stressful Life of a Greek Presidential GuardThe Atlantic CitiesSince 1868, Greece's presidential guards ("Evzones" in Greek) have carried out a couple of key duties. Each day, they raise and lower the flag atop of the rock of the Acropolis and guard the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. These tasks sound simple. But ...Reuters Tribute to EvzonesGreek Reporterall 2 news articles »

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