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Supporting "Oxi Day" to Honor Greek WWII Resistance

This resolution supports recognizing October 28 as "Oxi Day" in the United States. It honors Greece's refusal to surrender to Axis forces in 1940, an act seen as crucial in the Allied victory in World War II. The resolution encourages Americans to remember this historical event.
Key points
Supports designating October 28 as "Oxi Day" in the US.
Commemorates Greece's refusal to surrender to Axis forces in 1940.
Highlights the historical significance of this event for World War II.
Encourages public observance of this day.
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Additional Information
Expressing support for the designation of October 28 as "Oxi Day" to commemorate the anniversary of Greek Prime Minister Ioannis Metaxas' answer of "Oxi!" or "No!" to surrender to the Axis forces, inflicting a fatal wound that helped save democracy for the world.
Print number: HRES 753
Sponsor: Rep. Pappas, Chris [D-NH-1]
Process start date: 2021-10-28