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Greek minority of Sicily (Italy)

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image by Tomislav Todorovic, 29 December 2022



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Description of the Flag

This flag is used the by the Greek communities and associations in Sicily, especially in Messina. Messina is home to a Greek minority, which arrived from the Peloponnese between 1533-34 when fleeing from the Ottomans. They were officially recognised in 2012. It has actual background in Italy, especially on Sicily.

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Alexandros Katechis, 28 December 2022