Sunday, March 25, 2018

Sword and Pistol of Greek Freedom Fighter Theodoros Kolokotronis

In honor of Greek Independence Day, here are some photos of the weapons belonging to Theodoros Kolokotronis.  He was a prominent general in the Greek War of Independence (1821-1829).  Photos taken by Phil Baumhardt of the display in the Athens War Museum (Greece).
Funeral mask, General Kolokotronis

Sword of Kolokotronis






Sketch of Kolokotronis in prayer.

Flint-lock pistol


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